Arms & ArmorSwordshilt and scabbard, dated 1819; blade, 18th centurySaber (Shamshir) with Scabbard is a swords probably Lucknow of probably Indian; hilt and scabbard, Indian, probably Lucknow origin created in hilt and scabbard, dated 1819; blade, 18th century using steel, silver, enamel, ivory, gold, glass measuring L. with scabbard 38 3/4 in. (98.4 cm); L. without scabbard… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, silver, enamel, ivory, gold, glass |
| Dimensions | L. with scabbard 38 3/4 in. (98.4 cm); L. without scabbard 36 1/4 in. (92.2 cm); L. of blade 31 1/8 in. (79.1 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 6 oz. (1521 g); Wt. of scabbard 3 lb. 3 oz. (1435 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | hilt and scabbard, dated 1819; blade, 18th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the probably Indian; hilt and scabbard, Indian, probably Lucknow culture. The estimated date range is 1701 – 1819.
Geography
Origin: probably Lucknow. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard?
Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard created?
Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard dates to hilt and scabbard, dated 1819; blade, 18th century.
What material is Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard made from?
Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, silver, enamel, ivory, gold, glass.
Is Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard in the public domain?
Saber (Shamshir) with Scabbard is in the public domain and can be freely used.