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Linstock

ca. 1590
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Linstock
  • Date: ca. 1590
  • Culture: Swiss
  • Medium: Steel, wood
  • Dimensions: L. 92 in. (233.6 cm); L. of head 18 1/8 in. (46 cm); W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm); Wt. 3 lbs. 13 oz. (1730 g)
  • Classification: Shafted Weapons
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.207
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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