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Halberd (steel & wood)
490830 Halberd (steel & wood) by Swiss School, (17th century); 160x19.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The word halberd comes from the German words Halm (a staff) and Barte (an axe). The halberd is, in fact, an axe mounted on a long pole with a very specialized shape and function: the axe blade was used for hacking, the spike for thrusting, and the beak either for piercing plate armour or for pulling a knight from his saddle. The halberd was a weapon for shock troops and was used frequently by Swiss and German mercenaries.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance; Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 23253700
© Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history, the Halberd (steel & wood), created by the Swiss School in the 17th century. Measuring an impressive 160x19.3 cm, this weapon is currently housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The term "halberd" derives from two German words: Halm meaning "a staff" and Barte meaning "an axe". This unique weapon consists of an axe blade affixed to a long pole with a distinct shape and purpose. Its versatility allowed for hacking with the blade, thrusting with the spike, and piercing plate armor or dismounting knights using its beak-like tip. Primarily utilized by shock troops, particularly Swiss and German mercenaries, the halberd played a significant role on medieval battlefields. Its design made it ideal for close combat situations where its various functions could be employed effectively. Donated to the museum by Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance as part of their generous gift collection, this halberd represents not only exceptional craftsmanship but also serves as a testament to centuries-old warfare tactics. Through this mesmerizing image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, viewers can appreciate both the intricate metalwork that went into creating such weaponry and gain insight into historical military strategies employed during that era.
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