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Dagger (Katar) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dagger (Katar) with Sheath, A green sheath with triangular shape and gold embellishments on the top and bottom, featuring a weathered patina. A metal dagger with a triangular blade and gold handle, exhibiting a similar weathered patina. The dagger's handle consists of two long, thin metal pieces on either side, connected by two horizontal gold pieces across the top of the blade.

Artwork details

Date:
dated 1243 A.H./1827 CE
Medium:
Steel, gold, skin, silver
Culture:
Indian, Mughal
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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