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Dagger (Katar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Dagger (Katar) features a metal hilt with a bird-like design. The hilt has a long, thin handle. Two rectangular pieces protrude from the top of the hilt. The bird-like design is on the front. It has a curved beak and a ring on the bottom. The entire piece is intricately patterned with various designs. The background is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Indian, Thanjavur; blade, European
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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