Details

Object type

swept hilt rapier

Artist/Maker

Juan Martinez

Place Associated

Spain, Toledo (place of manufacture)

Date

16th century

Materials

steel

Dimensions

overall: 250 mm x 1205 mm x 200 mm 1220 g

Description

Rapier, with swept hilt composed of a double ring-guard and perforated steel guard, straight quillons, fluted pommel and wire bound grip. The blade bears sword cutler's name, 'IVAN MARTINO IN TOLETO'. Of style popular in England. Made in Spain, 16th century.

Credit Line/Donor

Bequeathed by R L Scott, 1939

Collection

R L Scott Collection

ID Number

E.1939.65.ic

Location

Kelvingrove Conflict and Consequence

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