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Knife with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a knife and sheath. The sheath is on the left, long and thin with a silver metal exterior and a red velvet interior. The metal has a decorative pattern at the top and bottom. A small ornate design is on the top. The sheath is closed at the top. The knife is on the right, with a green handle and a silver blade that is slightly tarnished. A thin gold band separates the handle and blade. The background is white. Knife with Sheath by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Steel, jade, silver, velvet, wood
Culture:
Turkish
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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