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Court sword, c. 1790 (steel & silver with gilding)
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Court sword, c. 1790 (steel & silver with gilding)
490790 Court sword, c.1790 (steel & silver with gilding) by English School, (18th century); 99.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: The hilt of this sword is finely finished with cut or faceted steel which is burnished to resemble cut stones. The neo-classical urn shape of the pommel was especially fashionable in England after 1780 up to the turn of the century. The upper portion of this blade is blued and gilded to provide a feel of great luxury. By the end of the 18th century, civilians no longer regularly wore swords nor used them as weapons. The court sword (or small sword as it was known in England) had become a piece of costume jewelry to be worn only with court dress or by military officers in dress uniform. The hilt and often the upper part of the blade became lavishly decorated as is illustrated by this example.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22923574
© Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance / Bridgeman Images
Blade Crossguard Gilded Grip Guard Handguard Handle Hilt Metallic Militaria Pommel Small Swords
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This print showcases a court sword from around 1790, crafted with exquisite detail and opulence. The steel and silver hilt of the sword is meticulously adorned with cut or faceted steel, polished to resemble sparkling gemstones. The neo-classical urn-shaped pommel adds an elegant touch that was highly fashionable in England during the late 18th century. The upper portion of the blade is treated with a combination of bluing and gilding, creating an aura of grandeur and luxury. By this time, swords were no longer practical weapons for civilians but had transformed into decorative accessories worn exclusively with court dress or by military officers in their formal uniforms. The lavishly decorated hilt and intricately embellished blade exemplify the ornate nature of this court sword. Its craftsmanship reflects both the artistry involved in metalwork as well as its function as a symbol of status and prestige. This remarkable piece belongs to the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, where it was generously gifted by Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance. With its historical significance and stunning design elements, this court sword serves as a testament to the evolution of weaponry into wearable works of art during the late 18th century English society.
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