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Dagger (Jambiya) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dagger (Jambiya) with Sheath: The dagger has a silver-colored blade with a pointed tip and a slightly curved shape. The blade features parallel vertical lines and horizontal etchings. The handle is made of dark brown material with a fluted shape and a silver-colored base. The sheath is dark brown with orange flecks and features silver-colored metalwork. The sheath has a curved shape, a wide top, and a narrower bottom. The sheath is decorated with intricate designs and patterns. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Steel, brass, silver, leather
Culture
Syrian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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