Rapier with knight's head pommel
This unusual and ornate 16th century rapier is part
of a set of armour and weaponry worn by the bodyguard of the
Elector of Saxony. The Elector of Saxony were among some of
the only European princes of the period to have outiftted their
bodyguards with matching equipment. The grip is bound in
silver wire and twisted copper ribbon, while the pommel is of
blackened steel chiseled in the form of a bearded man with a plumed
helmet. This head motif is repeated in the quillion and guard
ends. The anneau (the ring extending from the crossbar) is
decorated with floral silver applique patterns and is chiseled with
the figure of a horseman. The blade carries a monogram "The
Running Wolf" inlaid in brass.
Object no :
RI_DC_00000132
Collection :
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
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Dimensions :
blade 935mm, hilt 204mm
Materials :
steel, silver applique, silver wire, copper ribbon, brass inlay
Location :
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Accession number :
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Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council
