Arms & ArmorSwordshilt, late 19th century; blade, 1848–96Sword (Kaskara) is a swords of hilt, Sudanese; blade, Iranian origin created in hilt, late 19th century; blade, 1848–96 using steel, copper alloy, wood, leather, gold measuring L. 40 1/2 in. (103 cm); L. of blade 34 11/16 in. (88 cm)… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, copper alloy, wood, leather, gold |
| Dimensions | L. 40 1/2 in. (103 cm); L. of blade 34 11/16 in. (88 cm); W. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 14 oz. (1304.1 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1977 |
| Date | hilt, late 19th century; blade, 1848–96 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the hilt, Sudanese; blade, Iranian culture. The estimated date range is 1848 – 1900.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sword (Kaskara)?
Sword (Kaskara) is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sword (Kaskara) created?
Sword (Kaskara) dates to hilt, late 19th century; blade, 1848–96.
What material is Sword (Kaskara) made from?
Sword (Kaskara) is crafted from steel, copper alloy, wood, leather, gold.
Is Sword (Kaskara) in the public domain?
Sword (Kaskara) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026