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Dagger (Piha Kaetta)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Dagger (Piha Kaetta) by an unknown artist features a curved handle made of light-colored material, likely ivory or bone, with dark brown engravings. The handle has a rounded end with a small metal point. The base of the handle and the bolster are made of intricately designed metal, likely gold and bronze. The blade is long and narrow, tapering to a point, with a gray metal surface showing signs of wear and some dark spots. The background of the image is a plain light gray color. The dagger's overall design suggests it may be of traditional or cultural significance.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, ivory, brass
Culture
Sri Lankan
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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