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Smallsword

Sword maker possibly by John Radburn British
hallmarked 1770–71
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 372
The hilt's pierced basket weave design is distinctive and unusual.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Smallsword
  • Sword maker: possibly by John Radburn (British, London, recorded 1737–80)
  • Date: hallmarked 1770–71
  • Geography: London
  • Culture: British, London
  • Medium: Silver, steel, gold, wood
  • Dimensions: L. 37 7/8 in. (96.2 cm); L. of blade 31 in. (78.7 cm); Wt. 14 oz. (396.9 g)
  • Classification: Swords
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Rogers Fund, by exchange, 1995
  • Object Number: 1995.90
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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