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Kris with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Kris with Sheath: A long, dark-colored dagger with a wavy pattern on its blade and a carved handle. The dagger's blade is long and narrow, with a pointed tip, and appears to have a slightly wavy edge. The handle features a carved design, possibly resembling a mythical creature. A red string wraps around the base of the handle. The sheath consists of a black handle cover and a long, thin, silver-colored metal tube. The background is a plain off-white color.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–19th century
Medium
Horn, silver
Culture
Javanese
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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