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Artwork Details

TitleKnife (Kard) with Sheath
MediumSteel, silver, ivory (elephant), leather, gold, wood
DimensionsL. with sheath 17 3/8 in. (44.1 cm); L. without sheath 13 7/8 in. (35.2 cm); L. of blade 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm); W. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm); Wt. 8.7 oz. (246.6 g); Wt. of sheath 4.1 oz. (116.2 g)
ClassificationKnives
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian
Date Range1701 – 1900

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