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Credit line: Gift of John L. Severance (580)
Credit line: Gift of John L. Severance (580)
Water Ewer for Rituals (Kundika) with Incised Parrot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.631CCCC0
Water Ewer for Rituals with Incised Parrot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.631.aCCCC0
Water Ewer for Rituals with Incised Parrot Design (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.631.bCCCC0
Prunus Vase with Inlaid Lotus and Reed Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.472CCCC0
Hauberk
Germany (?), first half 15th Century
1923.1120CCCC0
Bottle with Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.454CCCC0
Eight-foiled Mirror with Flower and Phoenix Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.660CCCC0
Wine Ewer with Incised Bamboo Shoot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.179CCCC0
Wine Cask with Stamped Floral Decoration
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.650CCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1552CCCC0
Cup
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.171.aCCCC0
Saucer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.171.bCCCC0
Go Down Death
Aaron Douglas (American, 1899–1979)
2005.181©
Breastplate from Hussar's Cuirass
Germany, Augsburg or Hungary, 16th century
1916.1521CCCC0
Wine Ewer with Incised Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.172CCCC0
Prunus Vase with Inlaid Clouds and Flying Cranes Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.634CCCC0
Pitcher with Inlaid Figure and Willow Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1917.356CCCC0
War Hat (or Kettle Hat)
Antonio Missaglia (Italian, 1416/17–1495/96)
1916.1565CCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.430CCCC0
Hanger (Hunting Sword)
Jaspar Bongen the Younger (German, active late 1600s)
1916.1629CCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup with Incised Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.427CCCC0
Cover for a Pitcher
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1917.1090CCCC0
Melon-shaped Wine Ewer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.173CCCC0
Melon-shaped Wine Ewer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.173.aCCCC0
Melon-shaped Wine Ewer (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.173.bCCCC0
Crossbow of Elector Augustus I of Saxony
Germany, Saxony, 16th century
1916.1723.aCCCC0
Cranequin with Arms of Elector Augustus I of Saxony
Germany, Saxony, 16th century
1916.1723.bCCCC0
Bill
Italy, 15th century
1916.1835CCCC0
Bowl with Incised Parrot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.482CCCC0
Bowl with Lotus and Child Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.478CCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.685CCCC0
Bowl and Saucer with Incised Lotus and Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.455CCCC0
Bowl
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.455.aCCCC0
Saucer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.455.bCCCC0
Partial Suit of Armor in Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714CCCC0
No image available
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714.aCCCC0
No image available
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714.bCCCC0
No image available
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714.dCCCC0
No image available
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714.iCCCC0
No image available
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714.jCCCC0
No image available
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714.kCCCC0
Pommel Plates from the Garniture of Rudolf II
Anton Peffenhauser (German, 1525–1603)
1916.1888CCCC0
Pommel Plate of a Saddle (from the "Flechtband" Garniture of Rudolf II...
Anton Peffenhauser (German, 1525–1603)
1916.1888.1CCCC0
Pommel Plate of a Saddle (from the Garniture of Rudolf II)
Anton Peffenhauser (German, 1525–1603)
1916.1888.2CCCC0
Sword
Germany (?), 15th century
1916.1600CCCC0
Chanfron in Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg (?), early 16th Century
1916.1845CCCC0
Cup with Incised Thunder Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.421CCCC0
Close Helmet in Maximilian Style
Germany, 16th century
1916.1855CCCC0
Estoc
Germany, early 16th Century
1916.686CCCC0
Jar with Stamped Decoration
Korea, early Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.678CCCC0
Helmet
Germany, Saxony, 16th century
1916.1502CCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
Germany, 16th century
1916.684CCCC0
Left-Handed Dagger or "Main Gauche"
Spain (?) or Italy, (Neapolitan?), 17th century
1916.699CCCC0
Barbute (from the Venetian Garrison at Chalcis)
North Italy, 14th-15th century
1923.1065CCCC0
Pitcher
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1917.357CCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.667CCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.665CCCC0
Demi-Chanfron
Germany, Augsburg, 16th century
1916.1526CCCC0
Pricked Spur
Spain, 13th century
1916.1611CCCC0
Vase with Inlaid Lotus, Plum, and Bamboo Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.471CCCC0
Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family)
Italy, Venice, 17th century
1916.1532CCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Lychee Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.459CCCC0
Pricked Spur
Spain, 13th century
1916.1953CCCC0
Tilting Suit (composed)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511CCCC0
Jousting Glove (Main-de-Fer Gauntlet)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.1CCCC0
Pauldron (proper right) and Gardbrace
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.aCCCC0
Pauldron (proper left) and Grandguard
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.bCCCC0
Breastplate
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.cCCCC0
Proper Right Arm (Vambrace, Rerebrace and Couter)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.dCCCC0
Proper Left Arm (Vambrace, Rerebrace and Couter)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.eCCCC0
Elbow Cop (left)
Germany and Spain, 16th century
1916.1511.fCCCC0
Gauntlet with Bell Shaped Cuff (Right)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.gCCCC0
Tasset (proper right)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.hCCCC0
Tasset (proper left)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.iCCCC0
Proper Right Cuisse and Knee Cop
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.jCCCC0
Proper Left Cuisse and Knee Cop
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.kCCCC0
Proper Right Greave
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.lCCCC0
Proper Left Greave
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511.mCCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Waterfowl, Willow, and  Reed Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.458CCCC0
Parade Halberd
Italy, 17th century
1916.1826CCCC0
Gothic Bevor
Spain (Hispano-Flemish), 15th century
1916.1920CCCC0
 Kettle Hat (War Hat)
Italy, 15th century
1916.1919CCCC0
Schiavona Broadsword
Italy, Venice, 18th century
1916.698CCCC0
Pair of Flintlock Pistols
Franco-Flemish, Liège, early 18th century
1916.50CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol (1 of 2)
Franco-Flemish, Liège, early 18th century
1916.50.1CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol (2 of 2)
Franco-Flemish, Liège, early 18th Century
1916.50.2CCCC0
Sword
European (unassigned), 15th century
1919.69CCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.666CCCC0
Court Sword
England, London or Birmingham, late 18th Century
1916.1095CCCC0
Gothic Backplate
Germany, late 15th Century
1916.1613CCCC0
Breastplate
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1647CCCC0
Halberd
Germany (?), late 15th century
1916.1559CCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1817CCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.664CCCC0
Bowl with Willow and Reed Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.672CCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.663CCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Rifle
Germany, Munich, 18th century
1916.40CCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Cranes and Clouds Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.629CCCC0
Box and Cover with Chrysanthemum  and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.169CCCC0
Box with Chrysanthemum and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.169.aCCCC0
Cover with Chrysanthemum and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.169.bCCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1543CCCC0
Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.436CCCC0
Bowl with Flowering Vines Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.175CCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.423CCCC0
Box and Cover
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.423.aCCCC0
Box and Cover (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.423.bCCCC0
Bowl with Floral Scroll Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.483CCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.167CCCC0
Pigment Box
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.167.aCCCC0
Pigment Box (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.167.bCCCC0
Burial Urn with Stamped Design
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1928.178CCCC0
Burial Urn with Stamped Design
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1928.178.aCCCC0
Burial Urn with Stamped Design (lid)
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1928.178.bCCCC0
Close Helmet (from a funerary achievement?)
Holland (?), late 16th-early 17th Century
1916.1787CCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.668CCCC0
Mirror with Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.659CCCC0
Dish with Inlaid Plant Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.671CCCC0
Pigment Box
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.165.aCCCC0
Pigment Box (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.165.bCCCC0
Small Sword
Germany, Passau (?), 17th century
1916.1099CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1758CCCC0
Bowl with Fish and Waves in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.642CCCC0
Cup with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.653CCCC0
Plaque with Inlaid Peony and Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.490CCCC0
Wine Pot with Incised Lotus Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.628CCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.635CCCC0
Box
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.635.aCCCC0
Box (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.635.bCCCC0
Saucer with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.448CCCC0
Wide-Mouthed Vase
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.176CCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Crane Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.424CCCC0
Box and Cover
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.424.aCCCC0
Box and Cover (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.424.bCCCC0
Bowl with  Peony Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.690CCCC0
Oil Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.160CCCC0
Wheel-Lock Hunting Pistol
South Germany, 16th century
1916.672CCCC0
Parade Sword
Italy, Ferrara, early 16th Century
1916.704CCCC0
Morion
North Italy, late 16th Century
1916.1808CCCC0
Bishop's Mantle (Cape)
European (German or Swiss?), early 16th century
1921.1256CCCC0
Bowl with Fish and Waves in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.445CCCC0
Wine Flask with Incised and Sgraffito Peony Design
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.649CCCC0
Mirror
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.658CCCC0
Halberd
Germany (?), early 16th Century
1916.1561CCCC0
Halberd
Germany, 16th century
1916.1542CCCC0
Oil Bottle with Inlaid Dots Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.155CCCC0
Halberd
Switzerland, late 15th Century
1916.1556CCCC0
Burgonet
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1653CCCC0
Cup-Hilted Rapier
Spain, Toledo, 17th century
1916.1810CCCC0
Rapier
Spain, 17th century
1916.1811CCCC0
Halberd
France, early 17th century
1916.1797CCCC0
Halberd
Germany, 16th century
1916.1564CCCC0
Fragment of Garden Stool with Openwork Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.418CCCC0
Oil Bottle with Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.162CCCC0
Bardiche (Pole Axe)
Germany or Russia, 16th century
1916.1563CCCC0
Wheel-Lock Rifle
Germany, Bavaria (?), 17th century
1919.65CCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
South Germany or Austria
1916.29CCCC0
Cup-Hilted Rapier
Italy, Milan?, 17th century
1916.706CCCC0
Pair of Chopsticks
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.661CCCC0
Chopstick
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.661.1CCCC0
Chopstick
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.661.2CCCC0
Pauldron for Right Shoulder
Italy, 17th century
1916.1524CCCC0
Corsèque
Italy, Venice, 16th century
1916.1535CCCC0
Partisan
France, 17th century
1916.31CCCC0
Oil Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.639CCCC0
Basket-Hilt Broadsword ("Mortuary Sword")
Hilt: England; Blade: Germany, Solingen (?), Hilt: 17th Century; Blade: 18th Century
1916.696CCCC0
Rapier
Clemens Horn (German, 1586–1617)
1916.697CCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
South Germany or Austria, Innsbruck, late 15th century
1916.1720CCCC0
Seven-Flanged Mace
Italy (?), 16th century
1916.1589CCCC0
Dish
Korea, Goryeo period (936-1392)
1921.627CCCC0
Gourd-shaped Wine Pot
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.632CCCC0
Buffe (etched with bands of trophies)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1930CCCC0
Snaphance Gunlock
Italy, Brescia (?), 17th century
1916.41CCCC0
Rondache (Round Shield)
Italy, Milan, 16th century
1916.1504CCCC0
Closed Sallet with Grotesque Face (Schembart visor)
Germany, Nuremberg, early 16th Century
1916.1646CCCC0
Corsèque (Chauve-Souris)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1802CCCC0
Powder Flask
Italy, 16th century
1916.666CCCC0
Schiavona Broadsword
Italy, Venice, early 18th Century
1916.693CCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.616CCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.456CCCC0
Tschinki (Wheel-Lock Hunting Rifle)
Poland, Silesia, 17th century
1916.1782CCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.617CCCC0
Miniature Jar
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.461CCCC0
Prunus Vase with Incised Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.645CCCC0
Gorget
Germany, 16th century
1916.1639CCCC0
Parade Spear
Germany, Augsburg?, 16th century
1916.1789CCCC0
Small Sword
Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, 1686–1755)
1916.1094CCCC0
Small Sword
Germany, 18th century
1916.1501CCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Gun
Germany, 17th century
1916.39CCCC0
Pellet Crossbow
South Germany (?), 17th century
1916.1726CCCC0
Halberd
Switzerland, 17th century
1916.1562CCCC0
Hunting Sword
Netherlands, 18th century
1916.1686CCCC0
Crossbow
Germany, 15th century
1916.1725CCCC0
Linstock
France, 17th century
1916.1786CCCC0
Combined Priming Flask and Wheel-Lock Spanner
Germany or Austria, first half of 17th Century
1916.43CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Bortolo Agazzi (Italian) and 1 other
1916.45CCCC0
Schiavona Broadsword
Italy, Venice, early 18th Century
1916.705CCCC0
Burgonet
Italy, Milan(?), 16th century
1916.1642CCCC0
Powder Flask
Italy, 16th century
1918.65CCCC0
Gothic Mitten Gauntlet for the Right Hand
South Germany or Austria (Innsbruck), late 15th Century
1916.2081CCCC0
Halberd
Switzerland, 17th century
1916.1554CCCC0
Executioner's Sword
Germany, late 17th Century
1916.1620CCCC0
Elements from an Armor
Germany, 16th century
1916.1804CCCC0
Triple-Crested Burgonet
Germany, Augsburg (?), 16th century
1916.1804.aCCCC0
Breastplate
Germany, 16th century
1916.1804.bCCCC0
No image available
Germany, Brunswick, 16th century
1916.1804.cCCCC0
Partisan
France, 17th century
1916.33CCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, 17th century
1916.60CCCC0
Sword
European, early 15th century
1921.1252CCCC0
Officer's Plug Bayonette
England, 17th century
1916.1659CCCC0
Black and White Elbow Gauntlet for the Right Hand
North Germany, 16th century
1916.1082CCCC0
Wide-mouthed Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.435CCCC0
Wine Pot with Incised Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.633CCCC0
Wine Pot
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.633.aCCCC0
Wine Pot (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.633.bCCCC0
Crackle-glazed Bowl
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.626CCCC0
Gorget (from a funerary achievement?)
Netherlands(?), late 16th-early 17th Century
1916.1806CCCC0
Small Sword
France, 18th century
1916.1096CCCC0
Smallsword
France, Paris, 18th century
1916.1097CCCC0
Powder Flask
Johann Michael Maucher (German, 1645–1701)
1916.1887CCCC0
Ivory Box with Scenes of Adam and Eve
Byzantium, Constantinople, Byzantine period, 11th-12th century
1924.747CCCC0
Oil Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.153CCCC0
Cavalry Spider Helmet
France, 17th century
1921.1258CCCC0
Melon-shaped Ewer with Incised Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.618CCCC0
Melon-shaped Ewer with Incised Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.618.aCCCC0
Melon-shaped Ewer with Incised Peony Design (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.618.bCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1742CCCC0
Pauldron for Right shoulder
Italy, 16th century
1916.1528CCCC0
Half-Suit of Armor for the Field
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816CCCC0
Close Helmet
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.aCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.bCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.cCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.dCCCC0
Breastplate
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.eCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.fCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.gCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.hCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.iCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.jCCCC0
No image available
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.kCCCC0
Proper Left Tasset
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816.lCCCC0
Pair of Gothic Fan-Shaped Pauldron
Antonio Missaglia (Italian, 1416/17–1495/96)
1916.2080CCCC0
Gothic Fan-Shaped Pauldron (right)
Antonio Missaglia (Italian, 1416/17–1495/96)
1916.2080.1CCCC0
Gothic Fan-Shaped Pauldron (left)
Antonio Missaglia (Italian, 1416/17–1495/96)
1916.2080.2CCCC0
Cranequin
France (?), late 15th Century
1916.2082CCCC0
Wine Pot
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.623.aCCCC0
Wine Pot (lid)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.623.bCCCC0
Çatal Hüyük (level VI B) Shrine VI B.1
Frank Stella (American, b. 1936)
2001.126©
Pikeman’s Armor
Netherlands, Dutch or Flemish, 17th century
1923.1063CCCC0
No image available
Netherlands, Dutch or Flemish, 17th century
1923.1063.aCCCC0
No image available
England, Greenwich (?), 17th century
1923.1063.bCCCC0
No image available
England, Greenwich (?), 17th century
1923.1063.cCCCC0
No image available
England, Greenwich (?), 17th century
1923.1063.dCCCC0
Pair of Flintlock Pistols
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.52CCCC0
No image available
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.52.1CCCC0
No image available
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.52.2CCCC0
Elements from a Partial Suit of Armor
Germany, 16th century
1923.1067CCCC0
Close Helmet
Germany, 16th century
1923.1067.aCCCC0
Backplate
Germany, 16th century
1923.1067.cCCCC0
Headdress (Ẹpa)
Moshood Olusomo Bámigbóyè (Nigerian, c. 1885–1975)
1991.165©
Primer
Italy, 18th century
1916.62CCCC0
Executioner's Sword
Germany, 17th century
1916.1616CCCC0
Mount for Purse or Escarcelle
Diego de Çaias (Spanish, 1535–1560)
1916.1550CCCC0
Quatrilobed Plaque: The Annunciation
Spain, Catalonia?, 14th century
1922.312.1CCCC0
Quatrilobed Plaque: The Descent from the Cross
Spain, Catalonia?, 14th century
1922.312.2CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Italy, Brescia, 18th century
1916.49CCCC0
Rapier
Federico Picinino (Italian)
1916.695CCCC0
Rowel Spur
Spain, early 18th Century
1916.1568CCCC0
Pricked Spur
Spain, 13th century
1916.1604CCCC0
Cranequin
Germany, Nuremberg (?), 16th century
1916.1728CCCC0
Parrying Dagger
Italy, late 16th - early 17th Century
1916.1657CCCC0
Dagger
Italy, early 17th Century
1916.1696CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1760CCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, 16th century
1916.452CCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, 17th century
1916.57CCCC0
Armet à Rondelle
Italy, Milan, 15th century
1916.1551CCCC0
Close Helmet in Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg(?), 16th century
1916.1651CCCC0
Powder Flask
Austria (?) or Germany, 16th century
1916.676CCCC0
Powder Flask
Austria, Tyrol, 17th century
1916.59CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1761CCCC0
Body Guard (Brigandine)
Italy (?), early 16th Century
1921.1250CCCC0
Sword
Italy, 16th century
1916.1715CCCC0
Dagger
Italy, late 17th Century
1916.1713CCCC0
Snaphance Pistol
Spain, Ripoll, 17th century
1918.68CCCC0
Battle Axe
Italy, late 16th Century
1916.1599CCCC0
Pillow Sword
Italy, 17th century
1916.1495CCCC0
Crossbow
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1729CCCC0
Small Sword
England, 18th century
1916.1489CCCC0
Rapier
Germany, 17th century
1916.1498CCCC0
Powder Flask
Spain, late 18th-early 19th century
1918.66CCCC0
Pectoral (Chest Plaque)
Intermediate Region, Panama, Conte style, 5th-10th Century
1952.459CCCC0
Burgonet with Hinged Cheek Pieces
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1086CCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Spain, Toledo, second half of 16th Century
1916.1509CCCC0
Breast and Backplates from a Maximilian Armor
Germany, Nuremberg(?), early 16th century
1916.1640CCCC0
Breastplate in the Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg(?), early 16th century
1916.1640.aCCCC0
Backplate in the Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg(?), early 16th century
1916.1640.bCCCC0
Rapier
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1719CCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Germany, second half 16th Century
1919.70CCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
P. Herbier (French)
1929.996CCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Germany, second half of 16th Century
1919.68CCCC0
Halberd
Germany, late 16th Century
1919.58CCCC0
Hilt from a Court Sword
England, late 18th Century
1923.1061CCCC0
Small Sword
France, 18th century
1916.1484CCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Spain, Toledo (?), second half of 16th Century
1916.1507CCCC0
Hand-and-a-Half Sword
Germany, mid-16th century
1916.1506CCCC0
Small Sword
Netherlands, 17th century
1916.1093CCCC0
"Secrete" or Skull Cap (Hat Lining)
England (?), 17th century
1916.1895CCCC0
Two-Handed Sword with Flamboyant Blade
Germany, second half 16th Century
1919.71CCCC0
Hand-and-a-Half Sword
South Germany, early 16th Century
1921.1253CCCC0
Small Sword
Italy, 18th century
1916.1494CCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, late 16th Century
1916.1906CCCC0
Peaked Morion
North Italy, Milan?, 16th century
1916.1085CCCC0
Small Sword
Italy (?), early 18th Century
1916.1101CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1757CCCC0
Curb Bit
Italy, late 16th Century
1916.1581CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1740CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1754CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1744CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1759CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1756CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1764CCCC0
Patron (Cartridge Box)
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1911CCCC0
Pellet Crossbow for a Child
Germany, early 17th Century
1928.671CCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
Urban Hörle (German)
1929.997CCCC0
Left Arm Elements from a Boy's Armor (Lower Cannon, Couter, Rerebrace)
Germany, Augsburg, mostly 17th Century (some modern)
1916.708CCCC0
Plaque: The Virgin and Child with Angels
France, Paris, Gothic period
1923.719CCCC0
Pair of Stirrups
England (?), 17th century
1919.49CCCC0
Stirrup (2 of 2)
England (?), 17th century
1919.49.2CCCC0
View of Bordeaux, from the Quai des Chartrons
Eugène Boudin (French, 1824–1898)
1986.73CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1762CCCC0
Bowl with Carved Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.428CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1763CCCC0
Hunting Sword
France (blade: Germany?), 18th century
1916.1492CCCC0
No image available
France (blade: Germany?), 18th century
1916.1492.aCCCC0
No image available
France, 18th century
1916.1492.bCCCC0
Cup and Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.433CCCC0
Cup and Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.433.aCCCC0
Cup and Stand (stand)
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.433.bCCCC0
Black-glazed Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.434CCCC0
String for Men's Hat
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.669CCCC0
Continuous Mile
Liza Lou (American, b. 1969)
2009.2©
Helmet
North India
1919.62CCCC0
Plaque from a Portable Altar: Zacharias at the Altar
Germany, Rhine Valley, Cologne?, Romanesque period, 12th century
1926.212CCCC0
Battle Axe
Scandinavia (?), 15th century
1916.1601CCCC0
Pair of Flintlock Pistols
Gio Borgognone (Italian) and 1 other
1916.679CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Gio Borgognone (Italian) and 1 other
1916.679.1CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Gio Borgognone (Italian) and 1 other
1916.679.2CCCC0
Child's Saddle with Lion Pommel
France, 17th century
1916.1846CCCC0
Mount for the Upper Stock of a Flintlock Pistol
Italy, Brescia (?), late 17th Century
1916.56CCCC0
Rapier
Germany, Solingen, early 17th Century
1916.702CCCC0
Trigger Guard for a Pistol
Italy, Brescia (?), late 17th Century
1916.55CCCC0
Spanner for a Wheel-Lock Gun
Germany, 17th century
1916.669CCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, late 16th-early 17th century
1916.674CCCC0
Stiletto
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.1699CCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
Domenico dei Barini (Italian, 1492-c. 1516)
1916.1566CCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, late 16th Century
1916.678CCCC0
Small Sword
England, 17th century
1916.1497CCCC0
Pear Stalk Cabasset
North Italy, Brescia(?), late 16th Century
1916.1805CCCC0
Butt-Cap from a Flintlock Pistol
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.1909CCCC0
Dagger
Netherlands, 17th century
1916.1688CCCC0
Butt-Cap from a Flintlock Pistol
Italy, late 17th Century
1916.1910CCCC0
Breast and Backplate from an Armor
Germany, Landshut, mid-16th century
1916.1091CCCC0
Breastplate
Germany, Landshut, mid-16th century
1916.1091.aCCCC0
Backplate
Germany, Landshut, mid-16th century
1916.1091.bCCCC0
Basket-Hilt Broadsword
Scotland, Stirling(?), 18th century
1916.703CCCC0
Gothic Breastplate and Taces
North Italy, late 15th Century
1919.63CCCC0
Corsèque (Chauve-Souris)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1801CCCC0
Parrying Dagger
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1891CCCC0
Sword
Germany (?), 14th century
1923.1121CCCC0
Burgonet
Italy, 16th century
1916.1650CCCC0
Dagger
Italy, 16th century
1916.1687CCCC0
Dagger
Italy, early 17th century
1916.1865CCCC0
Wheel-Lock Hunting Rifle
Italy, Sardinia, 17th century
1919.64CCCC0
Gothic Mitten Gauntlet
Italy, 15th century
1916.1645CCCC0
Vambrace
Germany, Augsburg, 16th century
1916.1083CCCC0
Small Sword
hilt: Holland; blade: Spain, 17th century
1916.1100CCCC0
Small Sword
France, 17th century
1916.1485CCCC0
Glaive
Italy, Venice, 17th century
1916.1536CCCC0
Partisan
Italy, 16th century
1916.1818CCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Rifle
Germany, early 18th Century
1918.73CCCC0
Small Sword
France, late 17th Century
1916.1500CCCC0
Leg Guard (Greave)
Germany, 16th century
1916.1519CCCC0
Cavalry Sword
Germany, Saxony, 18th century
1919.55CCCC0
Collar
European, 15th century
1916.1584CCCC0
Basket-Hilted Broadsword
hilt: Scotland; blade: Germany, Solingen, hilt: 18th Century
1916.701CCCC0
Dagger
Germany, mid-16th century
1916.1663CCCC0
Cup from a Rapier's Hilt
Italy, 17th century
1916.1809CCCC0
Round Shield (Rondache)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1615CCCC0
Hunting Sword
Clemens Willems (German)
1916.1626CCCC0
Miquelet Lock
Domingo Gabiola (Spanish)
1918.71CCCC0
Small Sword with Masks and Figures
hilt: Holland, blade: Germany, Solingen, 17th century
1916.1488CCCC0
Spanner for a Wheel-Lock Gun
Germany, early 17th century
1916.1866CCCC0
Close Helmet (Burgonet)
Italy, Milan (?), early 16th Century
1916.1649CCCC0
Falconet with Arms of Gian Pietro Carafa, Pope Paul IV
Italy, possibly Genoa, 16th century
1916.1915CCCC0
Brandistock (with retractible blades)
Italy, early 17th century
1921.1257CCCC0
Burgonet with Hinged Cheek Pieces
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1088CCCC0
Miquelet Lock
Spain, late 17th Century
1918.72CCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Johann Andreas Kuchenreuter (German, 1716–1795)
1918.76CCCC0
Hunting Sword
Netherlands, early 1700s
1916.1627CCCC0
Engraved Egg Watch
Denis Martinot (French) and 1 other
1929.994CCCC0
The Life of Christ: The Nativity
Martin Schongauer (German, c.1450–1491)
1978.85CCCC0
Partisan
France, 17th century
1916.1795CCCC0
Bowl with Lily Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1967.64CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf...
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.10CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 11
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.11CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf...
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.12CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 13
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.13CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 14
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.14CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 15
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.15CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 16
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.16CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 17
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.17CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 18
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.18CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 19
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.19CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 20
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.20CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 21
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.21CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 22
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.22CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 25
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.25CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Procession of Daoist Deities: Leaf 26
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.26CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Kings of Hells: Leaf 27
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.27CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Kings of Hells: Leaf 35
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.35CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Search the Mountain: Leaf 41
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.41CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Search the Mountain: Leaf 43
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.43CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Search the Mountain: Leaf 46
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.46CCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes: Search the Mountain: Leaf 50
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1.50CCCC0
Suit of Armor
Germany, 16th century
1916.1946CCCC0
Close Helmet for the Field
Germany, 16th century
1916.1946.aCCCC0
Portrait of Philip II, King of Spain
Alessandro Cesati (Italian, bef 1538-aft 1564)
2012.53CCCC0
Dagger
Switzerland and/or France, 17th century (16th century blade)
1916.1894CCCC0
No image available
Switzerland and/or France, 17th century (16th century blade)
1916.1894.aCCCC0
No image available
Switzerland and/or France, 17th century
1916.1894.bCCCC0
Hunting Sword
William Kinman (British, 1724–1788?)
1916.1685CCCC0
No image available
William Kinman (British, 1724–1788?)
1916.1685.aCCCC0
No image available
William Kinman (British, 1724–1788?)
1916.1685.bCCCC0
Tourney Lance
unassigned (European), probably late 19th century (in 16th century style)
1916.1944CCCC0
Not Wanting to Say Anything about Marcel, Lithograph B
John Cage (American, 1912–1992) and 1 other
1999.16©
Black and White Morion
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1080CCCC0
Upper Arm Canon
Negroli Workshop (Italian, c. 1500–1561)
1916.1517.1CCCC0
Upper Arm Canon
Negroli Workshop (Italian, c. 1500–1561)
1916.1517.2CCCC0
Boy on a Chair
William Sommer (American, 1867–1949)
1927.184CCCC0
Wine Jug:  Yue ware
China, Chekiang province, Shang-lin-hu type, Five dynasties (907-960) - Song dynasty (960-1279)
1928.177CCCC0
Buddha in the Preaching Attitude
China, Tang dynasty (618-907) - Song dynasty (960-1279)
1926.238CCCC0
Necklace
Greece, 2nd Century BC
1928.234CCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1918CCCC0
Dish with Incised Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.644CCCC0
Powder Flask
Transylvanian, late 17th-early 18th century
1916.667CCCC0
Bowl
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.457CCCC0
Banner Head in the Form of a Fleur-de-lys
France, 18th century
1916.1490CCCC0
Partisan
Italy, early 17th Century
1916.1923CCCC0
Falchion
Italy (?), blade: 18th century
1916.1624CCCC0
Hauberk
Europe, 15th century
1916.1897CCCC0
Small Sword for a Boy
Italy, 17th century
1916.1486CCCC0
Hunting Horn
Italy, late 16th-early 17th century
1916.1775CCCC0
Helmet with Barred Visor
England (?), 16th century (visor and neck lames modern, by S.J. Whawell)
1916.1084CCCC0
Small Sword
France, Paris, 18th century
1916.1496CCCC0
Hauberk
Turkey (?), 15th century
1916.1890CCCC0
Brayette
European, 15th century
1916.1574CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 17th century
1916.1962CCCC0
Rapier
Italy, early 17th Century
1916.1634CCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1567CCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1743CCCC0
Purse Strap
Italy, 16th century
1916.1549CCCC0
Banner With the Lion of St. Mark (banner)
Italy, Venice, late 17th, early 18th century
1916.1807.aCCCC0
Cabasset
Italy, 16th century
1919.56CCCC0
Title, DateArtist / CultureAccession numberMediumDimensionsCredit lineRights
Water Ewer for Rituals (Kundika) with Incised Parrot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.631stoneware with celadon glaze, incised and carved decorationOverall: 35.3 cm (13 7/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Prunus Vase with Inlaid Lotus and Reed Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.472Celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationOverall: 33 cm (13 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
Germany (?), first half 15th Century
1923.1120steel and brass rings, riveted with modern buckles and strapsOverall: 76.2 cm (30 in.); Sleeves: 43.2 cm (17 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bottle with Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.454Celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationDiameter: 14.7 cm (5 13/16 in.); Overall: 40.4 cm (15 7/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Eight-foiled Mirror with Flower and Phoenix Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.660bronzeOverall: 13.4 x 0.5 cm (5 1/4 x 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Ewer with Incised Bamboo Shoot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.179celadon ware with incised decorationDiameter: 14.7 cm (5 13/16 in.); Overall: 18.2 cm (7 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Long-necked Bottle with Incised Floral Design
1921.622celadon ware with incised and carved decorationOverall: 32.2 cm (12 11/16 in.); Outer diameter: 18.4 cm (7 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Cask with Stamped Floral Decoration
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.650potteryOuter diameter: 14.9 cm (5 7/8 in.); Overall: 19.8 cm (7 13/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1552riveted steel rings; close wovenOverall: 110.5 cm (43 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup and Saucer with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.171Celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationDiameter of mouth: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.); Overall: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Go Down Death
Aaron Douglas (American, 1899–1979)
2005.181oil on MasoniteFramed: 124.5 x 94 x 3.8 cm (49 x 37 x 1 1/2 in.); Unframed: 121.9 x 91.5 cm (48 x 36 in.)John L. Severance Fund and Gift of Prof. and Mrs. David C. Driskell©
Breastplate from Hussar's Cuirass
Germany, Augsburg or Hungary, 16th century
1916.1521Steel (originally blued, now russet), etched and gilded strapwork bands; Overall: 42.3 x 35 cm (16 5/8 x 13 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Ewer with Incised Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.172celadon with incised and carved designOuter diameter: 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Prunus Vase with Inlaid Clouds and Flying Cranes Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.634celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationOuter diameter: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 37 cm (14 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pitcher with Inlaid Figure and Willow Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1917.356celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationDiameter: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.); Overall: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
War Hat (or Kettle Hat)
Antonio Missaglia (Italian, 1416/17–1495/96)
1916.1565steelOverall: 36 x 22 x 26.6 cm (14 3/16 x 8 11/16 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.430celadonDiameter of rim: 13.9 cm (5 1/2 in.); Overall: 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hanger (Hunting Sword)
Jaspar Bongen the Younger (German, active late 1600s)
1916.1629steel; gold and silver damascened hiltOverall: 73 cm (28 3/4 in.); Blade: 57.7 cm (22 11/16 in.); Quillions: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup with Incised Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.427celadonDiameter of mouth: 7.1 cm (2 13/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cover for a Pitcher
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1917.1090celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationDiameter of lid: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.); height of lid: 2.1 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Melon-shaped Wine Ewer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.173celadonOuter diameter: 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.); height with lid: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow and Cranequin of Elector Augustus I of Saxony
Germany, Saxony, 16th century
1916.1723wood (walnut?), bone veneers, flax cord, steel (etched, traces of gilding). woolen pompoms, stock decorated wih inlaid trophies of armsBow: 58.5 cm (23 1/16 in.); Butt: 5.7 cm (2 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bill
Italy, 15th century
1916.1835steel, wood haftOverall: 184.8 cm (72 3/4 in.); Blade: 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Incised Parrot Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.482celadon ware with incised decorationDiameter of mouth: 10.9 cm (4 5/16 in.); Overall: 6 cm (2 3/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Lotus and Child Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.478potteryDiameter of mouth: 19.9 cm (7 13/16 in.); Overall: 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.685potteryDiameter: 19.5 cm (7 11/16 in.); Overall: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl and Saucer with Incised Lotus and Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.455potteryDiameter: 17.9 cm (7 1/16 in.); Overall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Partial Suit of Armor in Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1714steelOverall: 28.7 x 30.4 x 21.7 cm (11 5/16 x 11 15/16 x 8 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pommel Plates from the Garniture of Rudolf II
Anton Peffenhauser (German, 1525–1603)
1916.1888blued, etched, and gilded steelGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Sword
Germany (?), 15th century
1916.1600steel; wood and leather gripOverall: 104.2 cm (41 in.); Blade: 87.3 cm (34 3/8 in.); Quillions: 20.3 cm (8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Chanfron in Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg (?), early 16th Century
1916.1845steel Overall: 59.2 x 33.2 x 10.1 cm (23 5/16 x 13 1/16 x 4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cup with Incised Thunder Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.421celadonDiameter of mouth: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.); Overall: 9.9 cm (3 7/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Close Helmet in Maximilian Style
Germany, 16th century
1916.1855steel and brassOverall: 30.5 x 21.8 x 32 cm (12 x 8 9/16 x 12 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Estoc
Germany, early 16th Century
1916.686steel, wood and leatherOverall: 156.6 cm (61 5/8 in.); Blade: 125.3 cm (49 5/16 in.); Quillions: 26.2 cm (10 5/16 in.); Grip: 30 cm (11 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask with Standing figures of a Man and  Woman
Germany, 16th century
1916.37elk horn, steel mountsOverall: 23.4 x 11.8 cm (9 3/16 x 4 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Jar with Stamped Decoration
Korea, early Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.678stoneware with incised design, white slip, and overglazeOuter diameter: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); Overall: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Helmet
Germany, Saxony, 16th century
1916.1502steelOverall: 34.5 x 32 x 22 cm (13 9/16 x 12 5/8 x 8 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
Germany, 16th century
1916.684steelOverall: 32.4 x 31.4 cm (12 3/4 x 12 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Left-Handed Dagger or "Main Gauche"
Spain (?) or Italy, (Neapolitan?), 17th century
1916.699steel, pierced and chiseledOverall: 57.2 cm (22 1/2 in.); Blade: 44.4 cm (17 1/2 in.); Quillions: 25.4 cm (10 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Barbute (from the Venetian Garrison at Chalcis)
North Italy, 14th-15th century
1923.1065ironOverall: 29 x 21 x 25 cm (11 7/16 x 8 1/4 x 9 13/16 in.); Sleeves: 43.2 cm (17 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pitcher
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1917.357celadon ware with inlaid white and black slip decorationOuter diameter: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.); height: 18.8 cm (7 3/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.667bronzeOverall: 28.4 cm (11 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.665bronzeOverall: 27.1 cm (10 11/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Demi-Chanfron
Germany, Augsburg, 16th century
1916.1526steel, etched and gilded; leatherOverall: 6.8 x 24.5 cm (2 11/16 x 9 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pricked Spur
Spain, 13th century
1916.1611steelOverall: 11.1 x 7.7 cm (4 3/8 x 3 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Vase with Inlaid Lotus, Plum, and Bamboo Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.471celadon with inlaid designOverall: 30.3 cm (11 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family)
Italy, Venice, 17th century
1916.1532steel, etched; wood haftOverall: 184.5 cm (72 5/8 in.); Blade: 15.2 cm (6 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Lychee Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.459potteryDiameter of mouth: 20.5 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pricked Spur
Spain, 13th century
1916.1953steelOverall: 19 x 8.4 cm (7 1/2 x 3 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Tilting Suit (composed)
South Germany, 16th century
1916.1511steel, leather straps, brass rivetsGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Waterfowl, Willow, and  Reed Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.458celadon with inlaid designDiameter of mouth: 19.7 cm (7 3/4 in.); Overall: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Parade Halberd
Italy, 17th century
1916.1826steel, engraved; rectangular wood haft with planed cornersOverall: 252 cm (99 3/16 in.); Blade: 65.6 cm (25 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Bevor
Spain (Hispano-Flemish), 15th century
1916.1920steelOverall: 27.4 x 16.3 cm (10 13/16 x 6 7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
 Kettle Hat (War Hat)
Italy, 15th century
1916.1919steelOverall: 30.3 x 25.9 x 17.5 cm (11 15/16 x 10 3/16 x 6 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Schiavona Broadsword
Italy, Venice, 18th century
1916.698steel, brass, leather and woodOverall: 100.3 cm (39 1/2 in.); Blade: 84.4 cm (33 1/4 in.); Grip: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.); Guard: 14.8 cm (5 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Rifle
Austria
1916.1546steel, inlaid with gold design of Habsburg eagle, pierced and chiseledOverall: 30.7 x 17.2 cm (12 1/16 x 6 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pair of Flintlock Pistols
Franco-Flemish, Liège, early 18th century
1916.50steel with gold inlay, gilt-brass mounts; walnut burl stock; chiseled high-relief decorationOverall: 49.5 cm (19 1/2 in.); Barrel: 32.1 cm (12 5/8 in.); Bore: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Sword
European (unassigned), 15th century
1919.69steelOverall: 103.5 cm (40 3/4 in.); Quillions: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.666bronzeOverall: 26.5 cm (10 7/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Court Sword
England, London or Birmingham, late 18th Century
1916.1095steel; silver hilt, polished and faceted; blade partially blued and gildedOverall: 99.7 cm (39 1/4 in.); Blade: 82.9 cm (32 5/8 in.); Guard: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Backplate
Germany, late 15th Century
1916.1613steel, modern leather strapsOverall: 44.5 x 34.5 x 16.5 cm (17 1/2 x 13 9/16 x 6 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Breastplate
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1647steel with etched figure kneeling before CrucifixionOverall: 31.3 x 35 x 20 cm (12 5/16 x 13 3/4 x 7 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Germany (?), late 15th century
1916.1559steel, pierced circular holes; wood haftOverall: 230.7 cm (90 13/16 in.); Blade: 21.9 cm (8 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1817riveted steel ringsDiameter: 1.1 cm (7/16 in.); Overall: 128.3 x 91.4 cm (50 1/2 x 36 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Parade Halberd (from the state guard of Elector Christian I of Saxony [...
Germany, Saxony, late 16th Century
1916.1819steel, gilt and etched; round wood haftOverall: 238.2 cm (93 3/4 in.); Blade: 30.5 cm (12 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.664bronzeOverall: 28.5 cm (11 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Willow and Reed Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.672potteryDiameter: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.); Overall: 8.1 cm (3 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.663bronzeOverall: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Rifle
Germany, Munich, 18th century
1916.40steel, engravedOverall: 29.2 x 11.7 cm (11 1/2 x 4 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Inlaid Cranes and Clouds Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.629potteryDiameter of mouth: 19.7 cm (7 3/4 in.); Overall: 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Box and Cover with Chrysanthemum  and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.169inlaid celadon wareOverall: 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1543riveted steel ringsOverall: 121.3 x 85.7 cm (47 3/4 x 33 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.436celadonOverall: 27.7 cm (10 7/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Flowering Vines Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.175celadon wareDiameter of mouth: 10.9 cm (4 5/16 in.); Overall: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.423celadonDiameter: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Floral Scroll Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.483potteryDiameter of mouth: 17.1 cm (6 3/4 in.); Overall: 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.167inlaid celadon wareBody: 2.2 x 7.5 cm (7/8 x 2 15/16 in.); Overall: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Burial Urn with Stamped Design
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1928.178stoneware with stamped designs under olive-green glazeOverall: 8.1 cm (3 3/16 in.); Body: 4.4 x 10.7 cm (1 3/4 x 4 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Close Helmet (from a funerary achievement?)
Holland (?), late 16th-early 17th Century
1916.1787gilded steel (invaded with rust); red velvet lining, plume holderOverall: 33 x 34 x 21.3 cm (13 x 13 3/8 x 8 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.668bronzeOverall: 22.7 cm (8 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Mirror with Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.659bronzeOverall: 13.7 x 0.3 cm (5 3/8 x 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dish with Inlaid Plant Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.671celadon with inlaid designOverall: 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Insect Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.165Celadon with inlaid designBody: 2.2 x 8.7 cm (7/8 x 3 7/16 in.); Overall: 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
Germany, Passau (?), 17th century
1916.1099steel, wood, steel wire, copper, chiseled shell guard; blade: blued, gilded, pierced and engravedOverall: 104.5 cm (41 1/8 in.); Blade: 86 cm (33 7/8 in.); Guard: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1758wood, leather, steelOverall: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Fish and Waves in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.642potteryDiameter of base: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.); Overall: 6.9 x 16.1 cm (2 11/16 x 6 5/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cup with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.653potteryDiameter of mouth: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.); Overall: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Plaque with Inlaid Peony and Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.490celadon with inlaid decorationOverall: 19.1 x 25.4 x 0.3 cm (7 1/2 x 10 x 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Pot with Incised Lotus Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.628celadon ware with incised and carved decorationOverall: 22.4 cm (8 13/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Chrysanthemum and Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.635potteryGift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Saucer with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.448potteryDiameter of mouth: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.); Overall: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wide-Mouthed Vase
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.176porcelaneous ware with celadon glaze and fluted and incised decorationOuter diameter: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); Overall: 25.2 cm (9 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Crane Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.424celadonDiameter: 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in.); Overall: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with  Peony Design in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.690potteryDiameter of mouth: 18.1 cm (7 1/8 in.); Overall: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Oil Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.160painted celadon (Mishima ware)Outer diameter: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.); Overall: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock Hunting Pistol
South Germany, 16th century
1916.672steel, walnut stock with engraved stag horn; ball buttOverall: 54.6 cm (21 1/2 in.); Barrel: 31.8 cm (12 1/2 in.); Bore: 1.4 cm (9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Parade Sword
Italy, Ferrara, early 16th Century
1916.704steel, etched and gildedOverall: 101.9 cm (40 1/8 in.); Blade: 85.4 cm (33 5/8 in.); Quillions: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.); Grip: 11.1 cm (4 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Morion
North Italy, late 16th Century
1916.1808steel with etched floral motif and medallion (on comb) with boar under oak treeOverall: 39 x 23.5 x 33 cm (15 3/8 x 9 1/4 x 13 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bishop's Mantle (Cape)
European (German or Swiss?), early 16th century
1921.1256riveted steel (some brass) rings; reinforced collarOverall (display): 55.9 x 53.3 x 27.9 cm (22 x 21 x 11 in.); Laid flat: 95.8 cm (37 11/16 in.); Diameter: 1 cm (3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Fish and Waves in Relief
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.445celadonOverall: 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Flask with Incised and Sgraffito Peony Design
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.649stoneware with incised design (Buncheong ware)Overall: 22.6 cm (8 7/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Two-Handed Sword of the State Guard of Julius of Brunswick-Lunüneburg
Germany, Brunswick, 16th century
1916.1508steel, leather and wire bound gripOverall: 186.1 cm (73 1/4 in.); Blade: 132.1 cm (52 in.); Quillions: 51.4 cm (20 1/4 in.); Grip: 45.7 cm (18 in.); Ricasso: 25.1 cm (9 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Mirror
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.658bronzeDiameter: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Germany (?), early 16th Century
1916.1561steel, quatrefoil piercing; wood haft (rectangular with planed corners)Overall: 217.4 cm (85 9/16 in.); Blade: 21.9 cm (8 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Germany, 16th century
1916.1542steel, with pierced trefoils; wood haft (rectangular with planed corners)Overall: 200.7 cm (79 in.); Blade: 25.4 cm (10 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Oil Bottle with Inlaid Dots Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.155inlaid celadon ware (Mishima ware)Outer diameter: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); Overall: 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Switzerland, late 15th Century
1916.1556steel; wood haft (rectangular with planed corners)Overall: 205.7 cm (81 in.); Blade: 20.3 cm (8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Burgonet
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1653steel, etchedOverall: 31.5 x 35.4 x 21.3 cm (12 3/8 x 13 15/16 x 8 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cup-Hilted Rapier
Spain, Toledo, 17th century
1916.1810Pierced and chiseled steel; Overall: 122.9 cm (48 3/8 in.); Quillions: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Spain, 17th century
1916.1811steel, pierced and chiseled, leather and wood gripDiameter: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.); Overall: 105.6 cm (41 9/16 in.); Blade: 99.5 cm (39 3/16 in.); Quillions: 29.6 cm (11 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
France, early 17th century
1916.1797steel, pierced; appliqué masks in brass; octagonal wood haft with studs and leather strapsOverall: 239 cm (94 1/8 in.); Blade: 48 cm (18 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Germany, 16th century
1916.1564steel, pierced quatrefoil; rectangular wood haft with planed cornersOverall: 182.3 cm (71 3/4 in.); Blade: 24.2 cm (9 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Fragment of Garden Stool with Openwork Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.418stoneware with celadon glaze, insiced scroll design, and carved openwork pattern with floral centersOverall: 27.5 x 20.3 cm (10 13/16 x 8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Oil Bottle with Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.162celadon wareOuter diameter: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bardiche (Pole Axe)
Germany or Russia, 16th century
1916.1563steel, leather, brass; wood haftOverall: 178.5 cm (70 1/4 in.); Blade: 14.2 cm (5 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
"Waistcoat" Cuirass (Combined Breast and Backplates)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1721Steel; brass rivets simulating buttonsOverall: 47.6 x 29.6 x 25.7 cm (18 3/4 x 11 5/8 x 10 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock Rifle
Germany, Bavaria (?), 17th century
1919.65steel, brass, walnut stock inlaid with bone, horn and ivoryOverall: 77.5 cm (30 1/2 in.); Butt: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.); Barrel: 49.8 cm (19 5/8 in.); Bore: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
South Germany or Austria
1916.29steelOverall: 50.5 x 35.8 x 15.8 cm (19 7/8 x 14 1/8 x 6 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cup-Hilted Rapier
Italy, Milan?, 17th century
1916.706steel, pierced, chased and chiseled; wire ferrules on leather-covered wood gripOverall: 123.2 cm (48 1/2 in.); Blade: 100.9 cm (39 3/4 in.); Quillions: 25.2 cm (9 15/16 in.); Grip: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pair of Chopsticks
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.661bronzeOverall: 24.5 cm (9 5/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pauldron for Right Shoulder
Italy, 17th century
1916.1524blued steel with gilt bordersOverall: 27.4 x 24.3 cm (10 13/16 x 9 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Corsèque
Italy, Venice, 16th century
1916.1535steel; round wood haft; tasselOverall: 269.2 cm (106 in.); Blade: 36.5 cm (14 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Partisan
France, 17th century
1916.31steel; round wood haftBlade: 33 cm (13 in.); Haft: 100.5 cm (39 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Breastplate with Etched Bands of Trophies and Medallions
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1654etched steelOverall: 46 x 34.7 x 15.9 cm (18 1/8 x 13 11/16 x 6 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Oil Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.639potteryDiameter: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.); Overall: 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Basket-Hilt Broadsword ("Mortuary Sword")
Hilt: England; Blade: Germany, Solingen (?), Hilt: 17th Century; Blade: 18th Century
1916.696steel, chiseled; inlaid gilt- silver foil; wood and wire gripOverall: 101.6 cm (40 in.); Blade: 85.2 cm (33 9/16 in.); Hilt: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Clemens Horn (German, 1586–1617)
1916.697steel, blued and gildedOverall: 111.1 cm (43 3/4 in.); Blade: 89.2 cm (35 1/8 in.); Quillions: 21.3 cm (8 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
South Germany or Austria, Innsbruck, late 15th century
1916.1720steelOverall: 53.2 x 35.2 x 16.3 cm (20 15/16 x 13 7/8 x 6 7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Seven-Flanged Mace
Italy (?), 16th century
1916.1589gilded russet steel; with chiseled foliate decorationOverall: 64.5 cm (25 3/8 in.); Head: 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dish
Korea, Goryeo period (936-1392)
1921.627potteryDiameter: 18.3 cm (7 3/16 in.); Overall: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gourd-shaped Wine Pot
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.632potteryheight with lid: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Buffe (etched with bands of trophies)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1930etched steelOverall: 25.5 x 17.5 x 13.8 cm (10 1/16 x 6 7/8 x 5 7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Snaphance Gunlock
Italy, Brescia (?), 17th century
1916.41steel, chiseledOverall: 14 x 7.3 cm (5 1/2 x 2 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rondache (Round Shield)
Italy, Milan, 16th century
1916.1504etched and gilded steel with brass rivetsDiameter: 57.8 cm (22 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Closed Sallet with Grotesque Face (Schembart visor)
Germany, Nuremberg, early 16th Century
1916.1646painted steelOverall: 27.3 x 25.7 x 22.2 cm (10 3/4 x 10 1/8 x 8 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Corsèque (Chauve-Souris)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1802steel; round wood haft with leather strapsOverall: 183.5 cm (72 1/4 in.); Blade: 22.2 cm (8 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Italy, 16th century
1916.666gilt brass over fabric covered woodOverall: 19.4 x 12.7 cm (7 5/8 x 5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Schiavona Broadsword
Italy, Venice, early 18th Century
1916.693steel, leather, wood, brassOverall: 109.9 cm (43 1/4 in.); Blade: 94 cm (37 in.); Grip: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.); Guard: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.616potteryDiameter of base: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.); Overall: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.456potteryOuter diameter: 16.9 cm (6 5/8 in.); Overall: 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Tschinki (Wheel-Lock Hunting Rifle)
Poland, Silesia, 17th century
1916.1782steel with traces gilding; walnut stock inlaid with bone, stag horn, mother-of-pearlOverall: 122.9 cm (48 3/8 in.); Butt: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.); Barrel: 94.9 cm (37 3/8 in.); Bore: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Floral-shaped Cup Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.617potteryDiameter: 15.8 cm (6 1/4 in.); Overall: 4.9 cm (1 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Miniature Jar
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.461celadonOverall: 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Prunus Vase with Incised Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.645celadonOverall: 31.5 cm (12 3/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gorget
Germany, 16th century
1916.1639steelOverall: 31.6 x 25.2 x 17.2 cm (12 7/16 x 9 15/16 x 6 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Parade Spear
Germany, Augsburg?, 16th century
1916.1789steel, etched; brass lugs; hexagonal wood haft with leather straps; woolen tasselOverall: 208.2 cm (81 15/16 in.); Blade: 29.5 cm (11 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, 1686–1755)
1916.1094steel, gilt and russeted, copper, woodOverall: 105.4 cm (41 1/2 in.); Blade: 87.9 cm (34 5/8 in.); Guard: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
Germany, 18th century
1916.1501steel, gilt-brass, porcelain gripOverall: 90.5 cm (35 5/8 in.); Blade: 76.9 cm (30 1/4 in.); Grip: 11.3 cm (4 7/16 in.); Hilt: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Gun
Germany, 17th century
1916.39steel, engravedOverall: 22.7 x 16.5 x 5.8 cm (8 15/16 x 6 1/2 x 2 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pellet Crossbow
South Germany (?), 17th century
1916.1726wood, inlaid with stag horn; flax cord; steel with traces of paint and gildingOverall: 82.6 cm (32 1/2 in.); Bow: 59.4 cm (23 3/8 in.); Butt: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Switzerland, 17th century
1916.1562steel; new rectangular wood haft with planed cornersOverall: 159.7 cm (62 7/8 in.); Blade: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hunting Sword
Netherlands, 18th century
1916.1686steel; pierced and chiseled cast-iron hilt ; blade engravedOverall: 65 cm (25 9/16 in.); Blade: 52.9 cm (20 13/16 in.); Quillions: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.); Grip: 11.6 cm (4 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow
Germany, 15th century
1916.1725wood (walnut?) inlaid with bone; horn; iron and steel; composite bow (horn and parchment)Overall: 87 cm (34 1/4 in.); Bow: 74.5 cm (29 5/16 in.); Butt: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Linstock
France, 17th century
1916.1786steel; octagonal wood haft covered with green velvet, brass studsOverall: 201 cm (79 1/8 in.); Blade: 25.2 cm (9 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Combined Priming Flask and Wheel-Lock Spanner
Germany or Austria, first half of 17th Century
1916.43horn with brass and steel mountsOverall: 18.1 x 5.7 cm (7 1/8 x 2 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Bortolo Agazzi (Italian) and 1 other
1916.45steel with traces of gilding; walnut stockOverall: 24.5 cm (9 5/8 in.); Barrel: 12.7 cm (5 in.); Bore: 1.2 cm (1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Schiavona Broadsword
Italy, Venice, early 18th Century
1916.705steel and silver wire grip. silver pommelOverall: 107.3 cm (42 1/4 in.); Blade: 92.7 cm (36 1/2 in.); Grip: 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Guard: 12.7 cm (5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Burgonet
Italy, Milan(?), 16th century
1916.1642steel, radiate flutingsOverall: 25.3 x 26 x 25.3 cm (9 15/16 x 10 1/4 x 9 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Italy, 16th century
1918.65leather (cuir bouilli) with embossed and fluted decoration; brass funnelOverall: 17.2 x 11.9 cm (6 3/4 x 4 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Mitten Gauntlet for the Right Hand
South Germany or Austria (Innsbruck), late 15th Century
1916.2081steelOverall: 32 x 9.5 cm (12 5/8 x 3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Switzerland, 17th century
1916.1554steel; rectangular wood haft with planed cornersOverall: 160 cm (63 in.); Blade: 19.3 cm (7 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Executioner's Sword
Germany, late 17th Century
1916.1620steel, wood, brass and copper wireOverall: 108.9 cm (42 7/8 in.); Blade: 85.7 cm (33 3/4 in.); Quillions: 22.5 cm (8 7/8 in.); Grip: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Elements from an Armor
Germany, 16th century
1916.1804steel, leather bands; steel; steel and leatherGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Partisan
France, 17th century
1916.33steel, gilt, etched and chiselledOverall: 209.5 cm (82 1/2 in.); Blade: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, 17th century
1916.60walnut inlaid with ivory decoration; turned steel funnel with spring capDiameter: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.); Overall: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Sword
European, early 15th century
1921.1252steel, leather, wireOverall: 85.3 cm (33 9/16 in.); Blade: 71.7 cm (28 1/4 in.); Quillions: 16.7 cm (6 9/16 in.); Grip: 12.7 cm (5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Officer's Plug Bayonette
England, 17th century
1916.1659steel serrated blade, brass, and woodOverall: 46.6 cm (18 3/8 in.); Blade: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.); Quillions: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.); Grip: 15.4 cm (6 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Black and White Elbow Gauntlet for the Right Hand
North Germany, 16th century
1916.1082steel, blackened with leatherOverall: 43.2 x 12.7 cm (17 x 5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wide-mouthed Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.435celadonOverall: 28.3 cm (11 1/8 in.); Outer diameter: 15.5 cm (6 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Pot with Incised Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.633potteryGift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crackle-glazed Bowl
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.626potteryDiameter of base: 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gorget (from a funerary achievement?)
Netherlands(?), late 16th-early 17th Century
1916.1806gilded steel (invaded with rust); red velvet lining, plume holderOverall: 32.4 x 24.8 x 19.1 cm (12 3/4 x 9 3/4 x 7 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
France, 18th century
1916.1096steel, copper alloy inlays; wood grip with steel wireOverall: 90.7 cm (35 11/16 in.); Blade: 77.2 cm (30 3/8 in.); Quillions: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Smallsword
France, Paris, 18th century
1916.1097steel, blued, with gold encrusted decoration; chased and engraved; silver wireOverall: 94.5 cm (37 3/16 in.); Blade: 77.2 cm (30 3/8 in.); Grip: 13.2 cm (5 3/16 in.); Guard: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Johann Michael Maucher (German, 1645–1701)
1916.1887boxwood with design of stag and hounds carved in high relief; steel funnel, mounts, springcatchDiameter: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.); Overall: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Ivory Box with Scenes of Adam and Eve
Byzantium, Constantinople, Byzantine period, 11th-12th century
1924.747ivory, woodOverall: 14.3 x 46.7 x 20.3 cm (5 5/8 x 18 3/8 x 8 in.)Gift of W. G. Mather, F. F. Prentiss, John L. Severance, J. H. WadeCCCC0
Oil Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1928.153celadon wareOuter diameter: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.); Overall: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cavalry Spider Helmet
France, 17th century
1921.1258iron with black paintOverall: 30.2 x 21.3 x 17.7 cm (11 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 6 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Melon-shaped Ewer with Incised Peony Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.618potteryvessel only: 18.3 cm (7 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1742wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pauldron for Right shoulder
Italy, 16th century
1916.1528steel, blued and gildedOverall: 26.4 x 28 cm (10 3/8 x 11 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Half-Suit of Armor for the Field
North Italy, Brescia (?), 16th century
1916.1816steel with etched decorative bands and roundelsGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pair of Gothic Fan-Shaped Pauldron
Antonio Missaglia (Italian, 1416/17–1495/96)
1916.2080steelOverall: 21.5 x 25.2 x 14.8 cm (8 7/16 x 9 15/16 x 5 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cranequin
France (?), late 15th Century
1916.2082steel and brass; incised decoration; pierced traceried Gothic windowsRack: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.); Crank: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.); Gear housing: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Melon-shaped Wine Ewer with Incised Chrysanthemum Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.623potteryvessel only: 17.8 cm (7 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Çatal Hüyük (level VI B) Shrine VI B.1
Frank Stella (American, b. 1936)
2001.126aluminum pipe and cast aluminumOverall: 246.3 x 322.4 x 231 cm (96 15/16 x 126 15/16 x 90 15/16 in.)Gift of Agnes Gund and Daniel Shapiro and John L. Severance Fund©
Pikeman’s Armor
Netherlands, Dutch or Flemish, 17th century
1923.1063steel with brass rivets and black paintGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pair of Flintlock Pistols
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.52steel, chiseled decoration with walnut stockOverall: 45.1 cm (17 3/4 in.); Barrel: 27.6 cm (10 7/8 in.); Bore: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Elements from a Partial Suit of Armor
Germany, 16th century
1923.1067steel with black paintGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Headdress (Ẹpa)
Moshood Olusomo Bámigbóyè (Nigerian, c. 1885–1975)
1991.165Wood and paintOverall: 137.2 cm (54 in.)John L. Severance Fund and Gift of Mary Price©
Primer
Italy, 18th century
1916.62carved hornOverall: 11.5 x 9.6 cm (4 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Morion of the State Guard of Elector Christian I of Saxony
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1516russet steel, etched and gildedOverall: 33.3 x 27 x 23.5 cm (13 1/8 x 10 5/8 x 9 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Executioner's Sword
Germany, 17th century
1916.1616steelOverall: 98.1 cm (38 5/8 in.); Blade: 75.3 cm (29 5/8 in.); Quillions: 15.5 cm (6 1/8 in.); Grip: 22.5 cm (8 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Mount for Purse or Escarcelle
Diego de Çaias (Spanish, 1535–1560)
1916.1550steel with gold inlayOverall: 19 x 13.9 cm (7 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Quatrilobed Plaque (pair): The Annunciation and The Descent from the Cross
Spain, Catalonia?, 14th century
1922.312translucent enamel (basse-taille) on silverOverall: 8.3 x 8.3 cm (3 1/4 x 3 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Italy, Brescia, 18th century
1916.49steel, walnut and bone stockOverall: 48.3 cm (19 in.); Barrel: 31.5 cm (12 3/8 in.); Bore: 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Federico Picinino (Italian)
1916.695steel; hilt russeted; wire gripOverall: 144.8 cm (57 in.); Quillions: 22.5 cm (8 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rowel Spur
Spain, early 18th Century
1916.1568steel Diameter: 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in.); Overall: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pricked Spur
Spain, 13th century
1916.1604steelOverall: 14.9 x 7.9 cm (5 7/8 x 3 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cranequin
Germany, Nuremberg (?), 16th century
1916.1728steel, flax cord, wooden handleRack: 36.3 cm (14 5/16 in.); Crank: 30.5 cm (12 in.); Gear housing: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Parrying Dagger
Italy, late 16th - early 17th Century
1916.1657steel, copper wireOverall: 26.5 cm (10 7/16 in.); Blade: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.); Quillions: 8.4 cm (3 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dagger
Italy, early 17th Century
1916.1696steel and horn (associated grip and blade)Overall: 27.6 cm (10 7/8 in.); Blade: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.); Quillions: 4 cm (1 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1760wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, 16th century
1916.452staghorn (two branches) carved with relief scene of Judith and Holofernes; mounts missingOverall: 15.9 x 12.1 cm (6 1/4 x 4 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, 17th century
1916.57walnut inlaid with horn in concentric circles; turned bone funnel with brass spring cap; iron suspension loopsDiameter: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.); Overall: 15.9 cm (6 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Armet à Rondelle
Italy, Milan, 15th century
1916.1551steelOverall: 28.6 x 32.4 x 20.3 cm (11 1/4 x 12 3/4 x 8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Close Helmet in Maximilian Style
Germany, Nuremberg(?), 16th century
1916.1651steel, brass rivetsOverall: 29.2 x 34.9 x 23.5 cm (11 1/2 x 13 3/4 x 9 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Austria (?) or Germany, 16th century
1916.676staghorn (two branches) with carved relief scene of the Judgement of Paris, mounts missingOverall: 17.8 x 13.4 cm (7 x 5 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Austria, Tyrol, 17th century
1916.59horn, engravedOverall: 21.3 x 20 cm (8 3/8 x 7 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1761wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Body Guard (Brigandine)
Italy (?), early 16th Century
1921.1250linen; gold velvet; steel; brass Overall: 56.5 x 47.6 cm (22 1/4 x 18 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Sword
Italy, 16th century
1916.1715steel, hilt russetted, leather gripOverall: 100 cm (39 3/8 in.); Blade: 87 cm (34 1/4 in.); Quillions: 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in.); Grip: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dagger
Italy, late 17th Century
1916.1713steel and ivoryOverall: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.); Blade: 20.3 cm (8 in.); Quillions: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Snaphance Pistol
Spain, Ripoll, 17th century
1918.68steel, ebony with silver inlayOverall: 29.5 cm (11 5/8 in.); Barrel: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.); Bore: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Close Helmet (from a Small Garniture, perhaps for Siegmund Friedrich,...
Germany, Augsburg (?), 16th century
1916.1531steel, etched and gilded, brass rivetsOverall: 40 x 35.5 x 23 cm (15 3/4 x 14 x 9 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Battle Axe
Italy, late 16th Century
1916.1599steel, inset with copper rosetteBlade: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); Head: 27.3 cm (10 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pillow Sword
Italy, 17th century
1916.1495steel, pierced; leather and woodOverall: 93 cm (36 5/8 in.); Blade: 77.8 cm (30 5/8 in.); Quillions: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1729wood, stag horn, flax cord and steelOverall: 63.5 cm (25 in.); Bow: 60.2 cm (23 11/16 in.); Butt: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
England, 18th century
1916.1489steel; piercing; perforationOverall: 97 cm (38 3/16 in.); Blade: 80.5 cm (31 11/16 in.); Grip: 12.6 cm (4 15/16 in.); Guard: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Germany, 17th century
1916.1498steel; blued, gilded, and perforated bladeOverall: 100.3 cm (39 1/2 in.); Blade: 86.5 cm (34 1/16 in.); Quillions: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.); Grip: 12.3 cm (4 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Spain, late 18th-early 19th century
1918.66cowhorn, incisedDiameter: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.); Overall: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pectoral (Chest Plaque)
Intermediate Region, Panama, Conte style, 5th-10th Century
1952.459gold alloyOverall: 25.1 x 26.7 cm (9 7/8 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. R. Henry Norweb, Mrs. Albert S. Ingalls, with additions from the John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Burgonet with Hinged Cheek Pieces
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1086steel with brass rivets, roped edges terminating in decorative spiral; fragments of leather linerOverall: 37 x 31.2 x 19.2 cm (14 9/16 x 12 5/16 x 7 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Spain, Toledo, second half of 16th Century
1916.1509steel, wood and leather grip; fluted pommelOverall: 168.3 cm (66 1/4 in.); Blade: 126.4 cm (49 3/4 in.); Quillions: 35.2 cm (13 7/8 in.); Grip: 41.3 cm (16 1/4 in.); Ricasso: 20.3 cm (8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Breast and Backplates from a Maximilian Armor
Germany, Nuremberg(?), early 16th century
1916.1640steel, brass rivetsGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1719steel; hilt of deeply blued steel; woodOverall: 125.2 cm (49 5/16 in.); Blade: 110 cm (43 5/16 in.); Quillions: 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); Grip: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Germany, second half 16th Century
1919.70steel, leather and wood grip, bronze pommelOverall: 170.5 cm (67 1/8 in.); Blade: 125.6 cm (49 7/16 in.); Quillions: 53.7 cm (21 1/8 in.); Grip: 43.2 cm (17 in.); Ricasso: 34.7 cm (13 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
P. Herbier (French)
1929.996enameled gold, rock crystal, and a pearlOverall: 5.8 x 3.3 x 1.3 cm (2 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Germany, second half of 16th Century
1919.68steel; leather and wood grip, cloth-covered middleOverall: 191.5 cm (75 3/8 in.); Blade: 144.8 cm (57 in.); Quillions: 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in.); Grip: 40.7 cm (16 in.); Ricasso: 33.4 cm (13 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Halberd
Germany, late 16th Century
1919.58steel; leaf-shaped head; octagonal woof haft, woolen pompomOverall: 197.5 cm (77 3/4 in.); Blade: 22.8 cm (9 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hilt from a Court Sword
England, late 18th Century
1923.1061polished steel, pierced and inset with faceted steel beadsOverall: 18.4 cm (7 1/4 in.); Guard: 9.7 cm (3 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
France, 18th century
1916.1484steel; chiseled relief decoration; blade engraved; wire gripOverall: 97 cm (38 3/16 in.); Blade: 79.2 cm (31 3/16 in.); Grip: 13.8 cm (5 7/16 in.); Guard: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Two-Handed Sword
Spain, Toledo (?), second half of 16th Century
1916.1507steel, wood and leather gripOverall: 167.3 cm (65 7/8 in.); Blade: 126 cm (49 5/8 in.); Quillions: 31.8 cm (12 1/2 in.); Grip: 40 cm (15 3/4 in.); Ricasso: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hand-and-a-Half Sword
Germany, mid-16th century
1916.1506steel, blued pommel and quillions, leather gripOverall: 123.9 cm (48 3/4 in.); Blade: 92.3 cm (36 5/16 in.); Quillions: 24.8 cm (9 3/4 in.); Grip: 30.5 cm (12 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
Netherlands, 17th century
1916.1093steel, wood, copper wire; chiseled hilt; engraved bladeOverall: 95.3 cm (37 1/2 in.); Blade: 78 cm (30 11/16 in.); Grip: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.); Guard: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
"Secrete" or Skull Cap (Hat Lining)
England (?), 17th century
1916.1895steel Overall: 20.3 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm (8 x 6 1/2 x 4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Two-Handed Sword with Flamboyant Blade
Germany, second half 16th Century
1919.71steel, leather and wood grip with brass rivets; bronze pommelOverall: 168.9 cm (66 1/2 in.); Blade: 118.7 cm (46 3/4 in.); Quillions: 50.5 cm (19 7/8 in.); Grip: 49.2 cm (19 3/8 in.); Ricasso: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hand-and-a-Half Sword
South Germany, early 16th Century
1921.1253steel, wood, leather; quillions and spirally fluted pommel of blackened steelOverall: 117.5 cm (46 1/4 in.); Blade: 90.2 cm (35 1/2 in.); Quillions: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.); Grip: 21 cm (8 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
Italy, 18th century
1916.1494steel, iron, copper wire, woodOverall: 95.2 cm (37 1/2 in.); Blade: 78.8 cm (31 in.); Guard: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, late 16th Century
1916.1906staghorn (two branches) carved with relief, scene of David and Bathsheba; iron suspension loop; mounts missingOverall: 16.9 x 11.1 cm (6 5/8 x 4 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Peaked Morion
North Italy, Milan?, 16th century
1916.1085etched russet steel with traces of gilding; roped brim, brass plume holderOverall: 35.4 x 23.7 x 26.7 cm (13 15/16 x 9 5/16 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
Italy (?), early 18th Century
1916.1101steel, wood, copper wireOverall: 100.3 cm (39 1/2 in.); Blade: 83.7 cm (32 15/16 in.); Guard: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1757wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Curb Bit
Italy, late 16th Century
1916.1581iron with gilt bronze bossesOverall: 25.4 x 15.6 cm (10 x 6 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1740wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1754wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1744wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1759wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1756wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1764wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Patron (Cartridge Box)
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1911steel sheet, over wood, brass; leather base; embossed decorationsDiameter: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.); Overall: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pellet Crossbow for a Child
Germany, early 17th Century
1928.671wood, bone inlay, steelOverall: 44.3 cm (17 7/16 in.); Bow: 29.2 cm (11 1/2 in.); Butt: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
Urban Hörle (German)
1929.997gilt copper, steel, and rock crystalOverall: 6.7 x 4.2 x 1.3 cm (2 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Left Arm Elements from a Boy's Armor (Lower Cannon, Couter, Rerebrace)
Germany, Augsburg, mostly 17th Century (some modern)
1916.708etched and lightly embossed steel with traces of gilding, leatherOverall: 17 cm (6 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Plaque: The Virgin and Child with Angels
France, Paris, Gothic period
1923.719ivory, traces of paint and gildingOverall: 22.9 x 11.5 cm (9 x 4 1/2 in.)Gift of J. H. Wade and Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pair of Stirrups
England (?), 17th century
1919.49brassOverall: 17.2 x 12.1 cm (6 3/4 x 4 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
View of Bordeaux, from the Quai des Chartrons
Eugène Boudin (French, 1824–1898)
1986.73oil on fabricFramed: 80.5 x 115.5 x 10 cm (31 11/16 x 45 1/2 x 3 15/16 in.); Unframed: 54.7 x 89.5 cm (21 9/16 x 35 1/4 in.)John L. Severance Fund and Gift of Mrs. Dudley S. Blossom, Jr.CCCC0
Banner with a Quartered Royal Arms of Spain and the Madonna and Child
Spain, 16th century
1916.1885red and dark brown velvet, embroidered; fringeOverall: 109.2 x 138.4 cm (43 x 54 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1762wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Carved Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.428potteryDiameter of mouth: 10.6 cm (4 3/16 in.); Overall: 4 cm (1 9/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1763wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hunting Sword
France (blade: Germany?), 18th century
1916.1492steel, blued, etched, and gilded; silver and woodOverall: 72.1 cm (28 3/8 in.); Blade: 56.5 cm (22 1/4 in.); Grip: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); Guard: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cup and Stand
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.433potteryDiameter: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.); Overall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Black-glazed Bottle
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.434glazed stonewareOverall: 31 cm (12 3/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
String for Men's Hat
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.669WoodOverall: 38 cm (14 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Continuous Mile
Liza Lou (American, b. 1969)
2009.2cotton and glass beadsOverall: 1.9 x 160934.4 cm (3/4 x 63360 in.); Installed: 78.7 x 195.6 cm (31 x 77 in.)Gift of Scott C. Mueller and Margaret Fulton Mueller and John L. Severance Fund©
Helmet
North India
1919.62steel with gold and brassOverall: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.); Diameter: 20.7 cm (8 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Plaque from a Portable Altar: Zacharias at the Altar
Germany, Rhine Valley, Cologne?, Romanesque period, 12th century
1926.212ivoryOverall: 8.6 x 7.7 cm (3 3/8 x 3 1/16 in.)Gift of John L. Severance in memory of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Battle Axe
Scandinavia (?), 15th century
1916.1601Steel and woodOverall: 93.3 cm (36 3/4 in.); Blade: 18.7 cm (7 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pair of Flintlock Pistols
Gio Borgognone (Italian) and 1 other
1916.679steel, chiseled steel with walnut stockOverall: 49.5 cm (19 1/2 in.); Barrel: 30.9 cm (12 3/16 in.); Bore: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Child's Saddle with Lion Pommel
France, 17th century
1916.1846leather, tooled with wood, canvas and steel on a brass frameOverall: 35.6 x 31.8 x 27.3 cm (14 x 12 1/2 x 10 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Mount for the Upper Stock of a Flintlock Pistol
Italy, Brescia (?), late 17th Century
1916.56chiseled steelOverall: 10.2 x 3 cm (4 x 1 3/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Germany, Solingen, early 17th Century
1916.702Russeted and gilded steel with inlaid silver, pommel and quillons termini chiseled in form of warrior headsOverall: 125.4 cm (49 3/8 in.); Blade: 111 cm (43 11/16 in.); Quillions: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.); Grip: 12.7 cm (5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Trigger Guard for a Pistol
Italy, Brescia (?), late 17th Century
1916.55chiseled steelOverall: 15.9 x 2.9 cm (6 1/4 x 1 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spanner for a Wheel-Lock Gun
Germany, 17th century
1916.669steel, with punched, engraved, and pierced decorationOverall: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, late 16th-early 17th century
1916.674horn (two branches); engraved allegorical scenes (unidentified); mounts missingOverall: 18.4 x 15.8 cm (7 1/4 x 6 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Stiletto with Grip Fashioned as Figures of Charity, Justice, and Hope
Italy, 17th century
1916.1709steel, brass, ivory Overall: 34 cm (13 3/8 in.); Blade: 23.3 cm (9 3/16 in.); Quillions: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Stiletto
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.1699steelOverall: 23.4 cm (9 3/16 in.); Blade: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.); Quillions: 6 cm (2 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Breastplate
Domenico dei Barini (Italian, 1492-c. 1516)
1916.1566steel (with Lance Rest Mount)Overall: 45 x 35.2 cm (17 11/16 x 13 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Germany, late 16th Century
1916.678staghorn with carved relief decoration; mounts missingOverall: 14 x 8.9 cm (5 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
England, 17th century
1916.1497steel, pierced, chiseled, and engravedOverall: 93.5 cm (36 13/16 in.); Blade: 79.7 cm (31 3/8 in.); Grip: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.); Guard: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pear Stalk Cabasset
North Italy, Brescia(?), late 16th Century
1916.1805steel, etched, roped edge and brass rivetsOverall: 30.5 x 36.8 x 18.4 cm (12 x 14 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Butt-Cap from a Flintlock Pistol
Italy, Brescia, 17th century
1916.1909steel, chiseledDiameter: 4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.); Overall: 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dagger
Netherlands, 17th century
1916.1688steel, wire grip, perforated bladeOverall: 46 cm (18 1/8 in.); Blade: 30.9 cm (12 3/16 in.); Quillions: 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Grip: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Butt-Cap from a Flintlock Pistol
Italy, late 17th Century
1916.1910steel, chiseledOverall: 8.6 x 9.7 cm (3 3/8 x 3 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Breast and Backplate from an Armor
Germany, Landshut, mid-16th century
1916.1091steelGift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Basket-Hilt Broadsword
Scotland, Stirling(?), 18th century
1916.703steel, pierced hilt; wood and leather gripOverall: 106.6 cm (41 15/16 in.); Blade: 91.3 cm (35 15/16 in.); Grip: 11.3 cm (4 7/16 in.); Hilt: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Breastplate and Taces
North Italy, late 15th Century
1919.63steel with brass rosette rivetsOverall: 41 x 31.7 x 14 cm (16 1/8 x 12 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Corsèque (Chauve-Souris)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1801steel, square wood haft with planed cornersOverall: 254 cm (100 in.); Blade: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Parrying Dagger
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1891steel, wire grip with arched quillions and side ringOverall: 34.6 cm (13 5/8 in.); Blade: 22.7 cm (8 15/16 in.); Quillions: 7.6 cm (3 in.); Grip: 10.9 cm (4 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Sword
Germany (?), 14th century
1923.1121iron; wood grip and brass pommel replacementsOverall: 79.4 cm (31 1/4 in.); Blade: 62.9 cm (24 3/4 in.); Quillions: 15.3 cm (6 in.); Grip: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Burgonet
Italy, 16th century
1916.1650steelOverall: 23.8 x 29.2 x 24.2 cm (9 3/8 x 11 1/2 x 9 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dagger
Italy, 16th century
1916.1687steel; russetted and damascened guard and pommel; wood and wire gripOverall: 50.7 cm (19 15/16 in.); Blade: 36.5 cm (14 3/8 in.); Quillions: 16.5 cm (6 1/2 in.); Grip: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dagger
Italy, early 17th century
1916.1865steel, perforated blade; openwork gripOverall: 46 cm (18 1/8 in.); Blade: 32.1 cm (12 5/8 in.); Quillions: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.); Grip: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock Hunting Rifle
Italy, Sardinia, 17th century
1919.64steel; pierced and chiseled mounts, walnut stockOverall: 122.7 cm (48 5/16 in.); Butt: 12.7 cm (5 in.); Barrel: 90.8 cm (35 3/4 in.); Bore: 1.1 cm (7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Gothic Mitten Gauntlet
Italy, 15th century
1916.1645steelOverall: 30.2 x 10.8 cm (11 7/8 x 4 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Vambrace
Germany, Augsburg, 16th century
1916.1083steel, etched and lightly embossed with strapwork bandsOverall: 17.2 x 10.8 cm (6 3/4 x 4 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
hilt: Holland; blade: Spain, 17th century
1916.1100Blued, gilded, and pierced steel, wood, steel wire, chiseled shell guard, engraved bladeOverall: 92.7 cm (36 1/2 in.); Blade: 75.9 cm (29 7/8 in.); Guard: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
France, 17th century
1916.1485steel, iron, silver inlay; wood and brass wireOverall: 90.8 cm (35 3/4 in.); Blade: 74.1 cm (29 3/16 in.); Guard: 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Glaive
Italy, Venice, 17th century
1916.1536steel, etchedOverall: 179 cm (70 1/2 in.); Blade: 22.2 cm (8 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Partisan
Italy, 16th century
1916.1818steel, etched; oval wood haftOverall: 236.2 cm (93 in.); Blade: 17.1 cm (6 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wheel-Lock from a Hunting Rifle
Germany, early 18th Century
1918.73steel, engravedOverall: 20.8 x 13.4 x 4.8 cm (8 3/16 x 5 1/4 x 1 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
France, late 17th Century
1916.1500steel, chiseled and pierced; iron, wood; wire-bound gripOverall: 104.1 cm (41 in.); Blade: 87.6 cm (34 1/2 in.); Guard: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Leg Guard (Greave)
Germany, 16th century
1916.1519steelwith roped edge and scroll designOverall: 43.2 x 12.4 cm (17 x 4 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Combined Wheel-Lock Spanner and Powder Measure
Germany, 17th century
1916.1908steel, trefoil top pierced with square holesOverall: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.); Closed: 16.2 cm (6 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cavalry Sword
Germany, Saxony, 18th century
1919.55steel (vestiges of blueing and gilding on hilt); wire gripOverall: 105 cm (41 5/16 in.); Blade: 105 cm (41 5/16 in.); Grip: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); Guard: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Collar
European, 15th century
1916.1584riveted steel ringsDiameter: 0.5 cm (3/16 in.); Overall: 61.5 cm (24 3/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Basket-Hilted Broadsword
hilt: Scotland; blade: Germany, Solingen, hilt: 18th Century
1916.701steel; liner of buff leather; grip of wood, copper wire and fishskin (ray?)Overall: 101.6 cm (40 in.); Blade: 85.7 cm (33 3/4 in.); Grip: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); Hilt: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dagger
Germany, mid-16th century
1916.1663steel; elk horn gripOverall: 37.8 cm (14 7/8 in.); Blade: 27.7 cm (10 7/8 in.); Quillions: 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cup from a Rapier's Hilt
Italy, 17th century
1916.1809steel with etched floral, floiate, and bird designsDiameter: 12.3 cm (4 13/16 in.); Overall: 16.9 cm (6 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Round Shield (Rondache)
North Italy, 16th century
1916.1615steel, etched panels, roped borderDiameter: 56.5 cm (22 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hunting Sword
Clemens Willems (German)
1916.1626steel and wood, scroll ornamentsOverall: 84.5 cm (33 1/4 in.); Blade: 71.2 cm (28 1/16 in.); Grip: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.); Hilt: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Miquelet Lock
Domingo Gabiola (Spanish)
1918.71steelOverall: 11.6 x 9.6 cm (4 9/16 x 3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword with Masks and Figures
hilt: Holland, blade: Germany, Solingen, 17th century
1916.1488steel; chiseling; copper wireOverall: 104 cm (40 15/16 in.); Blade: 87.2 cm (34 5/16 in.); Grip: 12.5 cm (4 15/16 in.); Guard: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spanner for a Wheel-Lock Gun
Germany, early 17th century
1916.1866steelOverall: 15.5 x 7.1 cm (6 1/8 x 2 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Close Helmet (Burgonet)
Italy, Milan (?), early 16th Century
1916.1649steelOverall: 34.3 x 25.7 x 22.2 cm (13 1/2 x 10 1/8 x 8 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Falconet with Arms of Gian Pietro Carafa, Pope Paul IV
Italy, possibly Genoa, 16th century
1916.1915bronzeDiameter: 11.2 cm (4 7/16 in.); Overall: 162.2 cm (63 7/8 in.); Bore: 4.7 cm (1 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Brandistock (with retractible blades)
Italy, early 17th century
1921.1257steel; round wood haftOverall: 207 cm (81 1/2 in.); Closed: 162.2 cm (63 7/8 in.); Blade: 44.5 cm (17 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Burgonet with Hinged Cheek Pieces
Germany, Nuremberg, 16th century
1916.1088steel, leather chin strapOverall: 33 x 28.5 x 26.2 cm (13 x 11 1/4 x 10 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Black and White Morion (of Munich Town Guard)
Germany, late 16th Century
1919.57steel, roped edge, decorative brass rivet washers as rosettes; black paintOverall: 25.4 x 36.2 x 23.2 cm (10 x 14 1/4 x 9 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Falconet with Arms of Alessandro Farnese, Pope Paul III (1534-1549)
Italy, 16th century
1916.1903bronzeDiameter: 9.7 cm (3 13/16 in.); Overall: 148.8 cm (58 9/16 in.); Bore: 4.7 cm (1 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Miquelet Lock
Spain, late 17th Century
1918.72steel, inlaid with gold and silverOverall: 11.8 x 10.8 x 3.2 cm (4 5/8 x 4 1/4 x 1 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Flintlock Pistol
Johann Andreas Kuchenreuter (German, 1716–1795)
1918.76steel, walnut stock, brass mounts, barrel inlaid with gold, brass, and silverOverall: 25.7 cm (10 1/8 in.); Barrel: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); Bore: 1.2 cm (1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hunting Sword
Netherlands, early 1700s
1916.1627steel, wood, brassOverall: 81.3 cm (32 in.); Blade: 66.7 cm (26 1/4 in.); Guard: 16.2 cm (6 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Engraved Egg Watch
Denis Martinot (French) and 1 other
1929.994silver, steel, and rock crystalOverall: 7.4 x 4.8 x 3.2 cm (2 15/16 x 1 7/8 x 1 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
The Life of Christ: The Nativity
Martin Schongauer (German, c.1450–1491)
1978.85engravingJohn L. Severance Fund by exchange and Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland in memory of William Mathewson MillikenCCCC0
Partisan
France, 17th century
1916.1795steel, etched; octagonal wood haft with studs and leather; remnants of velvet tasselOverall: 217.2 cm (85 1/2 in.); Blade: 57.2 cm (22 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Lily Scrolls
China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Chenghua mark and period (1465-1487)
1967.64porcelain with underglaze blue decorationDiameter: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)Gift of John D. Rockefeller III, and purchase, John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Album of Daoist and Buddhist Themes
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
2004.1Album of fifty leaves; ink on paperEach leaf: 34.3 x 38.6 cm (13 1/2 x 15 3/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund in honor of Dr. Ju-hsi Chou and Gift of various donors to the department of Asian Art (by exchange)CCCC0
Suit of Armor
Germany, 16th century
1916.1946iron, steel, leather and brass rivetsOverall: 34.5 x 20 x 31.2 cm (13 9/16 x 7 7/8 x 12 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Portrait of Philip II, King of Spain
Alessandro Cesati (Italian, bef 1538-aft 1564)
2012.53citrine, mounted in a gold and enamel pendantPendant: 4.3 x 2.8 x 0.9 cm (1 11/16 x 1 1/8 x 3/8 in.); Gem: 3.2 x 2.5 cm (1 1/4 x 1 in.)By exchange: Bequests of Mrs. Severance A. Millikin and John L. Severance; Dudley P. Allen Fund; Gift of Carrie Moss Halle in memory of Salmon Portland Halle; Gift of S. Livingstone Mather, Constance Mather Bishop, Philip R. Mather, Katherine Hoyt Cross, CCCC0
Dagger
Switzerland and/or France, 17th century (16th century blade)
1916.1894steel and wire; chiseled quillions and pommelOverall: 44.3 cm (17 7/16 in.); Quillions: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hunting Sword
William Kinman (British, 1724–1788?)
1916.1685Blued, etched, and gilded steel; hilt: silver, woodOverall: 74.9 cm (29 1/2 in.); Blade: 60.3 cm (23 3/4 in.); Grip: 13.7 cm (5 3/8 in.); Guard: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Tourney Lance
unassigned (European), probably late 19th century (in 16th century style)
1916.1944wood, five concave sections, painted red and white; steel pointOverall: 278.2 cm (109 1/2 in.); Head: 12.6 cm (4 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Not Wanting to Say Anything about Marcel, Lithograph B
John Cage (American, 1912–1992) and 1 other
1999.16color lithographSheet: 70.3 x 100.1 cm (27 11/16 x 39 7/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund and Gift of Diane and Arthur Stupay©
Black and White Morion
Germany, early 17th Century
1916.1080steel with black paintOverall: 36.3 x 28.6 x 24.4 cm (14 5/16 x 11 1/4 x 9 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Upper Arm Canon
Negroli Workshop (Italian, c. 1500–1561)
1916.1517.1steelOverall: 14 x 14 cm (5 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Upper Arm Canon
Negroli Workshop (Italian, c. 1500–1561)
1916.1517.2steelOverall: 14 x 14 cm (5 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Boy on a Chair
William Sommer (American, 1867–1949)
1927.184watercolorUnframed: 72.4 x 52.1 cm (28 1/2 x 20 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Wine Jug:  Yue ware
China, Chekiang province, Shang-lin-hu type, Five dynasties (907-960) - Song dynasty (960-1279)
1928.177glazed gray stonewareDiameter: 12.7 cm (5 in.); Overall: 21.6 cm (8 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Buddha in the Preaching Attitude
China, Tang dynasty (618-907) - Song dynasty (960-1279)
1926.238FrescoOverall: 49 x 35 cm (19 5/16 x 13 3/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Necklace
Greece, 2nd Century BC
1928.234gold, moonstone, garnet, emerald, cornelian, baroque pearl, and banded agateOverall: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1918steel and brass ringsDiameter: 0.6 cm (1/4 in.); Overall: 52.1 cm (20 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Dish with Incised Scroll Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1921.644potteryOverall: 1.2 x 9.2 cm (1/2 x 3 5/8 in.); Diameter of base: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Powder Flask
Transylvanian, late 17th-early 18th century
1916.667staghorn (two branches) with incised and painted geometric decoration; mounts missingOverall: 29.9 x 21 cm (11 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1918.457potteryDiameter of mouth: 16.1 cm (6 5/16 in.); Overall: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Banner Head in the Form of a Fleur-de-lys
France, 18th century
1916.1490steelOverall: 25 x 6.7 cm (9 13/16 x 2 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Partisan
Italy, early 17th Century
1916.1923steel; rectangular wood haft with planed cornersOverall: 229.2 cm (90 1/4 in.); Blade: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Falchion
Italy (?), blade: 18th century
1916.1624steel, Overall: 78.7 cm (31 in.); Blade: 64.9 cm (25 9/16 in.); Quillions: 20.3 cm (8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
Europe, 15th century
1916.1897very fine rings; border of brass rings at bottom edgeDiameter: 0.3 cm (1/8 in.); Overall: 145.5 cm (57 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword for a Boy
Italy, 17th century
1916.1486steel, wood; hilt with inlaid floral designs in silverOverall: 78.1 cm (30 3/4 in.); Blade: 63.2 cm (24 7/8 in.); Guard: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Brocaded velvet cushion cover with carnations
Turkey, Bursa
1984.27velvet, brocaded: silk, gilt-and-silver-metal threadOverall: 128.9 x 66.7 cm (50 3/4 x 26 1/4 in.); Mounted: 136.5 x 74.3 cm (53 3/4 x 29 1/4 in.)Gift of Mrs. James Albert Ford, Leonard C. Hanna, Jr., The John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust, Mrs. Hermon A. Kelley, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance, Mrs. Harry Stratton, and J. H. Wade by exchangeCCCC0
Hunting Horn
Italy, late 16th-early 17th century
1916.1775steel, embossedOverall: 28.5 cm (11 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Helmet with Barred Visor
England (?), 16th century (visor and neck lames modern, by S.J. Whawell)
1916.1084steelOverall: 31.1 x 31.4 x 25.1 cm (12 1/4 x 12 3/8 x 9 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Small Sword
France, Paris, 18th century
1916.1496steel, gilded with woodOverall: 103.2 cm (40 5/8 in.); Blade: 86 cm (33 7/8 in.); Guard: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
Turkey (?), 15th century
1916.1890riveted steel ringsDiameter: 1.1 cm (7/16 in.); Overall: 91.5 cm (36 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Brayette
European, 15th century
1916.1574riveted steel rings; strongly reinforcedDiameter: 1 cm (3/8 in.); Overall: 47.7 cm (18 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 17th century
1916.1962wood (flights missing) and steelOverall: 37 cm (14 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Rapier
Italy, early 17th Century
1916.1634steel, wire grip; hilt blued and chiseled with foliate patternOverall: 110 cm (43 5/16 in.); Blade: 94 cm (37 in.); Quillions: 16.2 cm (6 3/8 in.); Grip: 14.7 cm (5 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Banner with Medallions of Christ's Passion (banner)
Spain, 18th century
1916.1784.acrimson silk brocade; satin; scalloped border with fringe and tasselsOverall: 119.4 x 108 cm (47 x 42 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Hauberk
European, 15th century
1916.1567fine steel rings; leather collarOverall: 124.5 cm (49 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Crossbow Bolt
Germany, 16th-17th century
1916.1743wood, leather, steelAverage: 37.2 cm (14 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Purse Strap
Italy, 16th century
1916.1549chiseled steelOverall: 16.3 x 12.7 cm (6 7/16 x 5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Banner With the Lion of St. Mark (banner)
Italy, Venice, late 17th, early 18th century
1916.1807.abrown silk with fringeOverall: 87.2 x 87.2 cm (34 5/16 x 34 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cabasset
Italy, 16th century
1919.56steel, black paint, brass rosette rivetsOverall: 18.4 x 25.7 x 21.6 cm (7 1/4 x 10 1/8 x 8 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0