Arms & ArmorKnives19th centuryKnife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box is a knives of Indian or Nepalese origin created in 19th century using steel, wood, leather, quill measuring H. with sheath 18 1/4 in. (46.4 cm); H. without sheath 18… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, wood, leather, quill |
| Dimensions | H. with sheath 18 1/4 in. (46.4 cm); H. without sheath 18 in. (45.7 cm); W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 0.6 oz. (470.6 g); Wt. of sheath 4.3 oz. (121.9 g); small knife (c); H. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm); W. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 1.4 oz. (39.7 g); pouch (d); L. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm); Wt. 0.6 oz. (17 g); belt (e); L. 37 in. (94.0 cm); Wt. 5.2 oz. (147.4 g); loop (f); L. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm); Wt. 1.5 oz. (42.5 g); box (g); H. 3 in. (7.6 cm); W. 5 in. (12.7 cm); D. 2 in. (5.1 cm); Wt. 2.4 oz. (68 g) |
| Classification | Knives |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian or Nepalese culture. The estimated date range is 1801 – 1900.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box?
Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box created?
Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box dates to 19th century.
What material is Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box made from?
Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box is crafted from steel, wood, leather, quill.
Is Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box in the public domain?
Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Small Knife, Belt, Pouch and Box is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.