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Kris with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dagger and its sheath. The dagger has a long, narrow blade with a pointed tip, appearing to be dark-colored with visible signs of wear and tear. The blade is widest near the hilt, tapering to the point. The handle is made of dark brown wood with a rounded end. The sheath has a brass or gold-colored metal body with a T-shaped wooden top. The metal part of the sheath is long and thin, matching the shape of the dagger's blade. The wooden part at the top of the sheath is shaped like a T, with a flat, wide section and a narrower section that fits onto the metal body. The sheath and dagger are placed on a plain white background. The dagger and sheath are titled "Kris with Sheath" and by the artist.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–19th century
Medium
Kajoe pelet, brass
Culture
Javanese
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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