Ancient Near Eastern ArtWood-Implementsca. 8th century A.D.
Piece of sheath for knife is a wood-implements created in ca. 8th century A.D. using bamboo (?) measuring 5.75 in. (14.61 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bamboo (?) |
| Dimensions | 5.75 in. (14.61 cm) |
| Classification | Wood-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jacqueline Simcox, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 8th century A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Six Dynasties Period period. The estimated date range is 700 – 800.
Geography
Origin: Caucasus region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Piece of sheath for knife?
Piece of sheath for knife is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Piece of sheath for knife created?
Piece of sheath for knife dates to ca. 8th century A.D..
What material is Piece of sheath for knife made from?
Piece of sheath for knife is crafted from bamboo (?).
Is Piece of sheath for knife in the public domain?
Piece of sheath for knife is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026