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Knife (Piha Kaetta) with Stylus and Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The knife, Piha Kaetta, with stylus and sheath, features a curved blade with a pointed tip and a worn, silver-colored metal surface. The blade has an ornate gold-colored metal band near the handle. The handle is made of dark brown wood or horn, with a distinctive shape. To the left of the knife is a stylus with a long, thin, pointed metal tip and a series of decorative rings along its length. The sheath is black with a silver-colored metal band at the top; the metal band is worn and has a ridged design. The sheath is shown separately, next to the knife. The background is a plain white surface.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Steel, wood, brass
Culture:
Sri Lankan
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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