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Basket-Hilt Broadsword ("Mortuary Sword"), hilt England c. 1640-1650, blade Solingen, Germany, 18th Century (chiselled steel, inlaid gilt-silver foil, wood & wire grip)
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Basket-Hilt Broadsword ("Mortuary Sword"), hilt England c. 1640-1650, blade Solingen, Germany, 18th Century (chiselled steel, inlaid gilt-silver foil, wood & wire grip)
490961 Basket-Hilt Broadsword (" Mortuary Sword" ), hilt England c.1640-1650, blade Solingen, Germany, 18th Century (chiselled steel, inlaid gilt-silver foil, wood & wire grip)
by European School; overall l:101.6 wt:1.12kg
blade l:85.2 hilt w:13 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The decoration on this swords hilt includes an image of King Charles I of England (beheaded in 1649). Because the image resembles the kings death mask, this sword is known as a " mortuary sword." It may have belonged to Sir Thomas Fairfax, a general of the Parliamentary cavalry during the English Civil War (1642-51). Large, double-edged broadswords, designed for heavy cavalry use, were common from the 1600s through the 1800s.
ANDRIA FERRARA
); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance
Media ID 25461260
© Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance / Bridgeman Images
Blade Broadsword Hilt Militaria Defensive Weapon Infantry Weapon
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This print showcases a remarkable Basket-Hilt Broadsword, also known as a "Mortuary Sword" originating from England in the mid-17th century. The blade of this extraordinary weapon was crafted in Solingen, Germany during the 18th century and features intricate chiselled steel with inlaid gilt-silver foil. The hilt is adorned with an image resembling King Charles I of England, who met his tragic fate through beheading in 1649. This resemblance to the king's death mask earned it the name "mortuary sword". Believed to have possibly belonged to Sir Thomas Fairfax, a prominent general of the Parliamentary cavalry during the English Civil War (1642-1651), this broadsword exemplifies its purpose for heavy cavalry use. With its large double-edged design and sturdy wood and wire grip, it would have been wielded by skilled warriors on horseback. Currently housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, this historic piece offers us a glimpse into both military history and artistic craftsmanship. Its presence serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of weaponry throughout centuries past. Capturing every intricate detail with finesse, Andria Ferrara skillfully photographed this Basket-Hilt Broadsword print. Through her lens, we are able to appreciate not only its historical significance but also its aesthetic beauty that has stood the test of time.
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