Arms & ArmorKnives18th–19th century
Artwork Details
| Title | Knife (Piha Kaetta) with Stylus and Sheath |
| Medium | Wood, ivory, steel, brass |
| Dimensions | L. with sheath 9 5/8 in. (24.4 cm); L. without sheath 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); W. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 3.2 oz. (90.7 g); Wt. of sheath 2.1 oz. (59.5 g); stylus (c); H. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm); Wt. 1 oz. (28.3 g) |
| Classification | Knives |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 18th–19th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sri Lankan |
| Date Range | 1701 – 1900 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31557