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Sword (Firangi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a curved sword with a long, silver blade and a handle. The blade is long and curved downward slightly, tapering to a point at the tip. The blade's surface shows a pattern of small, intricate engravings. The hilt is made of metal and features a curved guard. The grip is wrapped in a brown material, possibly leather or wood. The pommel is small and rounded. The background is a plain, light gray color. The sword is titled "Sword (Firangi)" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
17th - 18th century
Medium
Steel, iron, silver, gold, textile
Culture
hilt, Indian (Deccan); blade, East European
Dimensions
600 × 247 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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