Spontoon

Czech, Bohemia

first half 18th century

Not on view

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Title: Spontoon
Date: first half 18th century
Culture: Czech, Bohemia
Medium: Steel, wood (ash), textile (silk)
Dimensions: L. 72 7/8 in. (185.1 cm); L. of head 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm); W. 3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 8 oz. (680.4 g)
Classification: Shafted Weapons
Credit Line: Gift of George D. Pratt, 1926
Object Number: 26.261.1
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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