Arms & ArmorSwordsA.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is a swords of Turkish origin created in A.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3 using steel, wood, silver, gold, horn, turquoise, coral, assorted stones, velvet measuring H. with scabbard 31 1/2 in. (80 cm); H. without scabbard 30… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, wood, silver, gold, horn, turquoise, coral, assorted stones, velvet |
| Dimensions | H. with scabbard 31 1/2 in. (80 cm); H. without scabbard 30 1/2 in. (77.5 cm); H. of blade 25 1/2 in. (64.8 cm); W. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 12.1 oz. (796.6 g); Wt. of scabbard 1 lb. 10.7 oz. (756.9 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | A.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1802 – 1803.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard?
Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard created?
Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard dates to A.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3.
What material is Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard made from?
Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, wood, silver, gold, horn, turquoise, coral, assorted stones, velvet.
Is Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard in the public domain?
Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.