Arms & ArmorKnivesca. 1800Dagger (Kard) with Sheath is a knives of Persian, Qajar origin created in ca. 1800 using steel, agate, gold, wood, velvet, copper measuring L. with sheath 18 7/8 in. (47.9 cm); L. without sheath 15… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, agate, gold, wood, velvet, copper |
| Dimensions | L. with sheath 18 7/8 in. (47.9 cm); L. without sheath 15 in. (38.1 cm); W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 0.3 oz. (462.1 g); Wt. of sheath 4.4 oz. (124.7 g) |
| Classification | Knives |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | ca. 1800 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Persian, Qajar culture. The estimated date range is 1775 – 1825.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dagger (Kard) with Sheath?
Dagger (Kard) with Sheath is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dagger (Kard) with Sheath created?
Dagger (Kard) with Sheath dates to ca. 1800.
What material is Dagger (Kard) with Sheath made from?
Dagger (Kard) with Sheath is crafted from steel, agate, gold, wood, velvet, copper.
Is Dagger (Kard) with Sheath in the public domain?
Dagger (Kard) with Sheath is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026