Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorDaggers17th–18th century

Artwork Details

TitleDagger (Khanjarli) with Sheath
MediumSteel, ivory (elephant), velvet, silver, wood
DimensionsH. with sheath 14 11/16 in. (37.3 cm); H. without sheath 13 1/8 in. (33.3 cm); W. 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm); Wt. 13 oz. (368.5 g); Wt. of sheath 3.4 oz. (96.4 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date17th–18th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian
Date Range1601 – 1800

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