Flag of NepalArms & ArmorSwords18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleSword, Scabbard, and Belt Hook
MediumSteel, silver, copper, gold, coral, wood, leather
DimensionsL. without scabbard 39 in. (99.1 cm); W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 9.4 oz. (1173.7 g); Wt. of scabbard 1 lb. 15.7 oz. (898.7 g); Wt. of belt hook (c) 2 oz. (56.7 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LinePurchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2014
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureTibetan
Date Range1701 – 1900

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