Arms & ArmorSwords18th–19th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Gauntlet Sword (Pata) |
| Medium | Steel, iron, brass |
| Dimensions | L. 43 1/4 in. (109.9 cm); W. 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm); D. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 10.7 oz. (1210.5 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 18th–19th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Indian, Thanjavur |
| Date Range | 1701 – 1900 |
Provenance
| City | Thanjavur |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 30996