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Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family)

c. 1600–1620
steel, etched; wood haft
Overall: 184.5 cm (72 5/8 in.); Blade: 15.2 cm (6 in.)
Weight: 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs.)
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1916.1532
Location: 210A Armor Court
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The large number of surviving glaives that are decorated with the arms of Venetian families indicate its popularity in the city of Venice.

Description

A glaive is a long staff weapon with a large cleaver or knife-like blade. The flat steel blade is conducive to ornamental decoration such as heraldic devices. The decorative nature of this weapon made it a favorite for ceremonial use.
Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family)

Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family)

c. 1600–1620

Italy, Venice, 17th century

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