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Sheath

John Bailey

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Sheath by John Bailey Black and white photo of a curved sword lying horizontally across the top third of the image. The sword has a twisted white handle adorned with a metal pommel with a cord loop attached; a metal guard; and an etched blade. The sword has no scabbard. Below the sword are two pieces: a scabbard with patterned covering and metal chapes and locket with a cord loop; and a rectangular black piece. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1830
Medium
Silver, leather
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 485 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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