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Halberd with scabbard, according to tradition belonging to Michiel Adriaenszoon de Ruyter
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Halberd with scabbard, according to tradition belonging to Michiel Adriaenszoon de Ruyter

anonymous · c. 1600 - c. 1800 · soldering; casting; forging; gild; engraving; stitched; ivory; iron (metal); copper (metal); leather

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Sword with scabbard, 17th century. This sword may have been worn by De Ruyter. The red-stained ivory grip is decorated with flowers. The blade, basket and guard were made in Europe.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineHouwer met schede volgens overlevering toebehoord hebbende aan Michiel Adriaenszoon de Ruyter. c. 1600 - c. 1800. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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