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Knife (Bade-bade) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Knife (Bade-bade) with Sheath shows a knife and its sheath. The knife has a dark brown handle with a distinctive curved shape at the top, resembling an animal claw. A gold band encircles the base of the handle. The blade is long and slender with a textured surface. The sheath is covered with gold fabric featuring an intricate pattern and has a black top. The sheath's top is shaped to fit the knife's handle. The background is plain white.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Wood, brass, gold, metal, horn
Culture
Minangkabau
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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