Islamic ArtMetaldated A.H. 1223/ A.D. 1709–10Knife and Sheath is a metal from India or Turkey created in dated A.H. 1223/ A.D. 1709–10 using damascened with gold measuring Knife: H. 9 9/16 in. (24.3 cm) Max. W. 5/8 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Damascened with gold |
| Dimensions | Knife: H. 9 9/16 in. (24.3 cm) Max. W. 5/8 in. (1.6 cm) Max. D. 7/16 in. (1.1 cm) Wt. 1.768 oz. (50.123 g) Sheath: H. 6 15/16 in. (17.6 cm) Max. W. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm) Max. D. 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) Wt. 1.416 oz. (40.144 g) |
| Classification | Metal |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Rutherford Stuyvesant, 1891 |
| Date | dated A.H. 1223/ A.D. 1709–10 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India or Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Knife and Sheath?
Knife and Sheath is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Knife and Sheath created?
Knife and Sheath dates to dated A.H. 1223/ A.D. 1709–10.
What material is Knife and Sheath made from?
Knife and Sheath is crafted from damascened with gold.
Where does Knife and Sheath originate?
Knife and Sheath originates from India or Turkey.
Is Knife and Sheath in the public domain?
Knife and Sheath is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026