Partisan of the Polish Noble Guard of Friedrich August I of Saxony, who twice ruled as king of Poland (1697–1704 and 1709–1733)

Unknown

ca. 1720 · Steel, pierced, etched, and gilt; wood · Arms and Armor

This staff weapon was carried by the bodyguards of the Prince-Electors of Saxony.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1720

Medium

Steel, pierced, etched, and gilt; wood

Culture

German

Department

Arms and Armor

Credit line

Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913