Flag of NepalArms & ArmorKnives18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleKnife (Kukri) with Sheath
MediumWood
DimensionsH. with sheath 28 1/4 in. (71.4 cm); H. without sheath 28 in. (71.1 cm); H. of blade 22 in. (55.9 cm); W. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 2.8 oz. (1440.2 g); Wt. of sheath 9.6 oz. (272.2 g)
ClassificationKnives
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureNepalese
Date Range1701 – 1900