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Gauntlet Sword (Pata)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal sword hilt with dark patina, top resembling a gauntlet; oval-shaped guard with a stylized leaf or teardrop-shaped design; long, thin rectangular tang; leather or corded handle loop; metal strap with rivets; plain white background. Gauntlet Sword (Pata).

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Steel, brass
Culture:
Indian
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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