Arms & ArmorSwords18th–19th centuryTwo Swords is a swords of Tibetan origin created in 18th–19th century using steel, silver, brass wire, turquoise, coral, gold measuring 1999.278.1; L. with scabbard 38 3/4 in. (98.4 cm); L… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, silver, brass wire, turquoise, coral, gold |
| Dimensions | 1999.278.1; L. with scabbard 38 3/4 in. (98.4 cm); L. without scabbard 33 3/4 in. (85.7 cm); W. 2 3/4 in. (7 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 8 oz. (1134 g); Wt. of scabbard 2 lb. 10.5 oz. (1204.9 g); 1999.278.2; L. with scabbard: 30 1/2 in. (77.5 cm); L. without scabbard 27 1/2 in. (69.9 cm); W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 6.5 oz. (637.9 g); Wt. of scabbard 2 lb. 3 oz. (992.2 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1999 |
| Date | 18th–19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tibetan culture. The estimated date range is 1701 – 1900.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Two Swords?
Two Swords is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Two Swords created?
Two Swords dates to 18th–19th century.
What material is Two Swords made from?
Two Swords is crafted from steel, silver, brass wire, turquoise, coral, gold.
Is Two Swords in the public domain?
Two Swords 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