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Dagger (Kindjal) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, narrow dagger with a black handle and a silver-colored blade, featuring a pointed tip and slight wear. The dagger's blade is double-edged. The dagger is positioned next to a reddish-brown sheath with a darker brown and green stripe. The sheath appears worn, with a small metal loop near the top. Both the dagger and sheath are set against a plain white background. The dagger is titled "Dagger (Kindjal) with Sheath" and is by an artist not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, wood, horn, leather, gold
Culture
Caucasian
Dimensions
256 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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