ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
JUAN ANTONIO TAZA SWORD 17th century. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 2-1650-G |
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Name | “JUAN ANTONIO” Taza Sword |
Period | 17th century |
Guard | Taza or bowl guard, spherical pommel with a narrow point-breaking edge, chiselled slanting grip, tapered wooden handle wrapped with wire and reinforced with vertical bars. |
Blade | Three-sided, with a groove on its strong third and edges on both sides along its entire length. |
Total Length | 1170 mm |
Blade Length | 990 mm |
Blade Width | 20 mm |
Description | Simplistic, austere, unobtrusive, and functional weapon, possibly used by some impoverished noble with high self-esteem. |
Museum Inventory | Lázaro Galdiano Museum no. inv. 7425 |