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Spear-trident

XVI-XVII centuries

National History Museum of Azerbaijan

National History Museum of Azerbaijan
Baku, Azerbaijan

Is an attack weapon of the Middle Ages warrior. Botanical ornaments and bird drawings were crafted on iron by scratch-carve method. In the background of ornamental patterns, prince busts were engraved into four medallions. These drawings were given on both sides of the trident and the edges were framed with gold. The handle was decorated with geometric lines, botanical ornaments by garasavad technique.

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  • Title: Spear-trident
  • Date Created: XVI-XVII centuries
  • Medium: Length 59,5 cm Cast, gold trim, scratching pattern. Iron
National History Museum of Azerbaijan

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