Flag of NepalArms & ArmorSwords18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleShort Sword and Scabbard
MediumIron, silver, turquoise, coral, wood, textile, leather
DimensionsL. with scabbard 24 in. (61 cm); L. without scabbard 20 5/8 in. (52.4 cm); L. of blade 16 1/2 in. (41.9 cm); W. 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm); Wt. 12.1 oz. (343 g); Wt. of scabbard 13 oz. (368.5 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureTibetan
Date Range1701 – 1900

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