Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard
Arms & ArmorSwordsdated 1835

By Muhammad Salih of Terumon

Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard is a swords Kuala Berang of Malaysian, Kampung Payang and Sumatran, Aceh origin created in dated 1835 using steel, horn, gold, wood measuring L. 33 1/8 in. (84.1 cm); L. of sword 31 1/4 in. (79.4 cm)… attributed to Muhammad Salih of Terumon — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteel, horn, gold, wood
DimensionsL. 33 1/8 in. (84.1 cm); L. of sword 31 1/4 in. (79.4 cm); L. of scabbard 26 3/4 in. (67.9 cm); W. 5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 8 oz. (683.2 g); Wt. of scabbard 12.5 oz. (354.4 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LinePurchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2014
Datedated 1835

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Malaysian, Kampung Payang and Sumatran, Aceh culture. The estimated date range is 1835.

Geography

Origin: Kuala Berang.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard?

Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard created?

Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard dates to dated 1835.

What material is Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard made from?

Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard is crafted from steel, horn, gold, wood.

Is Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard in the public domain?

Sword (Rudus) and Scabbard is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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