Indian · possibly 16th century

Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorSwordspossibly 16th century

Artwork Details

TitleSword
MediumSteel
DimensionsL. 30 5/8 in. (77.8 cm); W. 5 in. (12.7 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 1.6 oz. (499 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
Datepossibly 16th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian
Date Range1500 – 1601

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31147