Masters of Lucca

Masters of Arms in Lucca

Italian Renaissance fencing masters from Tuscan Lucca who created Scherma Lucchese.

Quick Facts

Date of Birth16. století

Era16th–17th century

Country of OriginItaly (Tuscany)

Rank / TitleScherma Lucchese Tradition

Active Years1550–1650

Fencing masters in the Republic of Lucca developed Scherma Lucchese, a distinct Tuscan rapier and dagger tradition emphasizing parry-riposte speed.

Traditional Tuscan knife and dagger fencing school from the city of Lucca.