Arms & ArmorSwordsca. 1525–30By Ahmed Tekelü (possibly Iranian)
Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) is a swords Istanbul of Turkish, Istanbul origin created in ca. 1525–30 using steel, gold, ivory (walrus), silver, turquoise, pearls, rubies measuring L. 23 3/8 in. (59.3 cm); L. of blade 18 3/8 in. (46.7 cm)… attributed to Ahmed Tekelü (possibly Iranian) — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, gold, ivory (walrus), silver, turquoise, pearls, rubies |
| Dimensions | L. 23 3/8 in. (59.3 cm); L. of blade 18 3/8 in. (46.7 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 8 oz. (691 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1993 |
| Date | ca. 1525–30 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish, Istanbul culture. The estimated date range is 1500 – 1555.
Geography
Origin: Istanbul. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66)?
Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) created?
Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) dates to ca. 1525–30.
What material is Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) made from?
Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) is crafted from steel, gold, ivory (walrus), silver, turquoise, pearls, rubies.
Is Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) in the public domain?
Short Sword (Yatagan) from the Court of Süleyman the Magnificent (reigned 1520–66) is in the public domain and can be freely used.