ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
ESPADA DE TAZA ANTONIO EN TOLEDO 17th century. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword scholar)
Reference | 2-1650-E |
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Name | Sword with Cup |
Period | 17th century |
Guard | Notable cup with a harmonious set of knuckle guards, handguard ring, pommel, and grip in aesthetic balance. High quality in engraving and structure. |
Blade | Straight, a work of art with double fullers and a channel in its strong third, sharp on both sides up to the tip. |
Total Length | 1220 mm |
Blade Length | 1010 mm |
Blade Width | 18 mm |
Inscription | ANTONIO IN TOLEDO. It could be the work of Antonio Gutiérrez or Antonio Ruiz. |
Description | Ropero swords like this one were used in fencing different from that portrayed in musketeer movies. They were complemented with a dagger or buckler. |
Museum Inventory | Lázaro Galdiano Museum, inv. no. 7245 |