Islamic ArtArms and Armorearly 19th centuryKnife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions is a arms and armor from Iran created in early 19th century using hilt: walrus ivory blade: watered steel; gold inlay measuring L. 14 1/16 in. (35.7 cm) W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hilt: walrus ivory Blade: watered steel; gold inlay |
| Dimensions | L. 14 1/16 in. (35.7 cm) W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm) |
| Classification | Arms and Armor |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891 |
| Date | early 19th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions?
Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions created?
Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions dates to early 19th century.
What material is Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions made from?
Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions is crafted from hilt: walrus ivory blade: watered steel; gold inlay.
Where does Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions originate?
Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions originates from Iran.
Is Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions in the public domain?
Knife with an Ivory Handle and Qur'anic Inscriptions is in the public domain and can be freely used.