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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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