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Executioner's Kris with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a sword and a sheath. The sword has a long, thin blade with a pointed tip. The blade is dark-colored, with a slight curve and appears to have some discoloration. The handle is black and curved at the top. There are some red and gray details near the base of the blade. The sheath is made of wood and has a distinctive T-shaped top. It is dark brown in color. The background of the image is white. The title of the image is "Executioner's Kris with Sheath" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Wood, horn
Culture
Malaysian, Johor
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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