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Culture49 worksSri Lankan is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 49 works spanning 1601 – 1900, mostly housed in the Arms and Armor department. Notable forms include knives.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 49 |
| Top Department | Arms and Armor |
| Top Classification | Knives |
Notable Works
DaggersDagger (Piha Kaetta) with Sheath
DaggersDagger (Piha Kaetta) with Stylus and Sheath
DaggersDagger with Sheath
FirearmsFlintlock Gun
KnivesKnife (Piha Kaetta) with Sheath
KnivesKnife (Piha Kaetta) with Sheath
KnivesKnife and Fork with Sheath
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Shafted WeaponsAncus
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Shafted WeaponsAncus
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Sri Lankan are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 49 works related to Sri Lankan.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026