Cross Hilt Sword

Clemens Horn

1600–1625 · Iron, silver, wood, copper alloy, steel, gold · Arms and Armor

This sword is a fine example of the most fashionable type that was worn by noblemen in England at the time of King James I. The silver panels on the hilt were made by an unknown London craftsman and are masterpieces of miniature relief sculpture. The richly etched and gilded blade is signed by Clemens Horn, a renowned bladesmith from Solingen, Germany.

Artist

Clemens Horn

Date

1600–1625

Medium

Iron, silver, wood, copper alloy, steel, gold

Culture

hilt, British, London; blade, German, Solingen

Department

Arms and Armor

Credit line

Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2010