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Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family), c. 1600–1620. steel, etched; wood haft, Overall: 184.5 cm (72 5/8 in.); Blade: 15.2 cm (6 in.). Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance, 1916.1532. CC0.
Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family)
c. 1600–1620
Maker Unknown
Medieval Art
Glaive (with Arms of Giustini Family), c. 1600–1620. Italy, Venice, 17th century. Steel, etched; wood haft; overall: 184.5 cm (72 5/8 in.); blade: 15.2 cm (6 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1916.1532 A glaive is a long staff weapon with a large cleaver or knife-like blade. The flat steel blade is conducive to ornamental decoration such as heraldic devices. The decorative nature of this weapon made it a favorite for ceremonial use. The large number of surviving glaives that are decorated with the arms of Venetian families indicate its popularity in the city of Venice.