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Guarded Dagger (Katar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dagger has a long, narrow blade made of metal. The blade tapers to a point. The blade is attached to an intricately designed hilt. The hilt is composed of a central, teardrop-shaped section and two long, thin sections on either side that extend upwards. The central section features a filigree pattern with a floral design. The hilt appears to be made of metal and has a silver or gray color. The background of the image is white. The dagger is titled "Guarded Dagger (Katar)" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Indian, Thanjavur; blade, European
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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