Culture10 worksIndian, south Indian is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 10 works spanning 1475 – 1900, mostly housed in the Arms and Armor department. Notable forms include swords.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 10 |
| Top Department | Arms and Armor |
| Top Classification | Swords |
Notable Works
DaggersDagger (Bichuwa)
SwordsGauntlet Sword (Pata)
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DaggersDagger (Knuckle Duster, Copy)
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DaggersGauntlet Dagger
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SwordsGauntlet Sword (Pata)
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SwordsGauntlet Sword (Pata) with Scabbard
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SwordsHilt of a Gauntlet Sword
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SwordsSword
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SwordsSword (Arivāl)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Indian, south Indian are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 10 works related to Indian, south Indian.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026