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Kris with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Kris with Sheath shows a dagger with a long, dark-colored blade that tapers to a point. The blade is adorned with a handle wrapped in a light-brown material, possibly wood or bone, carved into a distinctive curved shape. A small metal piece secures the handle to the blade. The sheath features a dark brown, T-shaped handle and a long, thin, gold-colored metal covering. The dagger and sheath are placed side by side on a plain, light gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–19th century
Medium:
Ivory, kajoe pelet
Culture:
Javanese
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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