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Kris with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features a Kris sword and its sheath. The sheath is on the left, made of dark brown wood or metal with a T-shaped top. The Kris, on the right, has a silver blade with a wavy edge and a pointed tip. The hilt is gold with ornate designs and a black pommel. The handle is wrapped in gold material with decorative rings. The background is a plain off-white color. Search for "Kris with Sheath" to find this image.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Steel, wood, horn, silver
Culture:
Philippine, Maguindanao
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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