Dagger (Katar) and Sheath
Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorDaggers17th century

Artwork Details

TitleDagger (Katar) and Sheath
MediumSteel, leather, gold
DimensionsL. 19 in. (48.26 cm)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date17th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian, Mughal
Date Range1601 – 1700

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 24306