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Guarded Dagger (Katar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal dagger with long, thin blade and ornate guard. The guard is made of intricately designed metalwork, featuring a floral pattern. Two short, pointed protrusions on either side of the guard, and a small knob at the top. The blade is long and narrow, tapering to a point. The dagger is titled "Guarded Dagger (Katar)" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Indian, Thanjavur
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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