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Dagger (Jambiya)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dagger (Jambiya) with a light-colored wooden or ivory handle, featuring a distinctive shape with a slight curve at the top and two small holes on either side. The handle is attached to a metal section with gold and black decorative etching, including a floral pattern. The curved, double-edged blade is made of silver-toned metal with a central groove. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Steel, ivory (elephant), gold
Culture:
Indian
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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