Rapier ca. 1600-1610 probably Italian From the early sixteenth century the rapier was the standard side-arm of the Renaissance courtier, its design and decoration complimenting his fashionable dress, its rich embellishment a reflection of his wealth and status. A work of virtuoso design and unique technical complexity, this rapier characterizes the imagination and flair exercised by swordsmiths of the late Renaissance. The application of silver chains, faceted studs imitating precious stones, and classical figures to the gilt-iron hilt is unique among surviving rapiers.. Rapier. probably Italian. ca. 1600-1610. Steel, iron, silver, gold, copper alloy, wood. Swords

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Rapier ca. 1600-1610 probably Italian From the early sixteenth century the rapier was the standard side-arm of the Renaissance courtier, its design and decoration complimenting his fashionable dress, its rich embellishment a reflection of his wealth and status. A work of virtuoso design and unique technical complexity, this rapier characterizes the imagination and flair exercised by swordsmiths of the late Renaissance. The application of silver chains, faceted studs imitating precious stones, and classical figures to the gilt-iron hilt is unique among surviving rapiers.. Rapier. probably Italian. ca. 1600-1610. Steel, iron, silver, gold, copper alloy, wood. Swords

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