Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorDaggers18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleDagger (Pesh-kabz) with Sheath
MediumSteel, rock crystal, silver, enamel, velvet, wood
DimensionsL. with sheath 18 13/16 in. (47.8 cm); L. of blade 11 5/8 in. (29.5 cm); W. 2 1/16 in. (5.2 cm); D. 1/8 in. (0.3 cm); Wt. 12.9 oz. (365.7 g); Wt. of sheath 3.8 oz. (107.7 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian, Mughal
Date Range1701 – 1900

Provenance

CityDelhi or Lucknow

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