Sources Archive

The Spadone Project is archiving all the two-handed greatsword related historical sources that can help researchers understand the history of these weapons.

TSP IN NUMBERS

EXCERPTS
300
& MORE

TSP has found many written sources among books, manuscripts and documents.

DEPICTIONS
200
& MORE

TPS has collected many prints, paintings, tapestries and drawings.

GREATSWORDS
500
& MORE

TSP has identified many swords hosted in more than 100 museums and collections.

GREATSWORDS STATISTICS

The Spadone Project is slowly putting together a detailed greatswords stats database to help researchers and swordsmiths get the measurements they need. Right now the registered exemplars are just 11, but the work is in progress.

How to access TSP archive

The Spadone Project archive is not yet available online. Transcriptions, digital images and related metadata are currently stored in private Cloud space, waiting for a good platform to share them in the best way. For specific requests, please contact TSP directly, in order to have a consulting about your research needs.