Smallsword Hilt and Scabbard Mounts

James Morisset, hallmarked for 1797–98

Artist

James Morisset (British, London 1738–1815)

Date

hallmarked for 1797–98

Culture or place

British, London

Medium

Silver, enamel, paste brilliants, gold, textile

Size

Hilt: L. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm); W. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm); Wt. 10 oz. (283.5 g); scabbard mounts: L. 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm); W. 1 in. (2.5 cm)

Type

Swords

Museum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Licence

Public domain: free to use, no permission needed