Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorSwordspossibly 18th century

Artwork Details

TitleSword (Firangi)
MediumSteel, iron, gold, textile (velvet)
DimensionsL. 42 3/4 in. (108.6 cm); W. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 13 oz. (822.1 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
Datepossibly 18th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

Culturehilt, Indian; blade, European
Date Range1675 – 1825

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