Arms & ArmorSwordshilt and scabbard, 19th century; blade, probably late 18th–early 19th centurySaber (Kilij) with Scabbard is a swords of Hilt, Turkish or North African; blade, Iranian origin created in hilt and scabbard, 19th century; blade, probably late 18th–early 19th century using steel, gold, horn (rhinoceros), wood, leather measuring H. with scabbard 36 1/2 in. (92.7 cm); H. without scabbard… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, gold, horn (rhinoceros), wood, leather |
| Dimensions | H. with scabbard 36 1/2 in. (92.7 cm); H. without scabbard 35 1/2 in. (90.2 cm); H. of blade 30 3/4 in. (78.2 cm); W. 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 8.3 oz. (688.9 g); Wt. of scabbard 14 oz. (396.9 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | hilt and scabbard, 19th century; blade, probably late 18th–early 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hilt, Turkish or North African; blade, Iranian culture. The estimated date range is 1750 – 1900.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard?
Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard created?
Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard dates to hilt and scabbard, 19th century; blade, probably late 18th–early 19th century.
What material is Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard made from?
Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, gold, horn (rhinoceros), wood, leather.
Is Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard in the public domain?
Saber (Kilij) with Scabbard is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.