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Kris with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a Kris with a sheath. The Kris has a long, slender, wavy metal blade with a pointed tip. The blade is dark gray and has a textured surface. The handle is made of dark wood or horn and has a distinctive shape, with a bulbous top and a smaller base. A small metal ferrule and decorative objects are at the base of the handle. The sheath is made of dark wood and has a T-shaped design. It is positioned to the right of the Kris. The background is a plain white surface.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Culture
Malayan, Sumbawa Island
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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