Sword with Scabbard and Belt is a swords of Bukhara origin created in dated A.H. 1285/A.D. 1868–69 using steel, silver, leather, turquoise, gold, ivory measuring H. without scabbard 35 in. (88.9 cm); W. 4 3/4 in. (12.1… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, silver, leather, turquoise, gold, ivory |
| Dimensions | H. without scabbard 35 in. (88.9 cm); W. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 9 oz. (708.7 g); Wt. of scabbard 26.4 oz. (748.4 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | dated A.H. 1285/A.D. 1868–69 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Bukhara culture. The estimated date range is 1868 – 1869.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sword with Scabbard and Belt?
Sword with Scabbard and Belt is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sword with Scabbard and Belt created?
Sword with Scabbard and Belt dates to dated A.H. 1285/A.D. 1868–69.
What material is Sword with Scabbard and Belt made from?
Sword with Scabbard and Belt is crafted from steel, silver, leather, turquoise, gold, ivory.
Is Sword with Scabbard and Belt in the public domain?
Sword with Scabbard and Belt is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.