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Kris

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Kris, by artist Kris. Long, wavy-edged sword with a brown wrapped hilt and a pointed tip. The blade is silver with a slight curve and a pointed tip. A small, red and white charm or pendant hangs from the top of the hilt. Two small, decorative metal pieces are on either side of the hilt. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, silver, gold, cord
Culture
Philippine, Mindanao or Tapiantana
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette