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Knife (Dha) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Knife with sheath. The knife has a metal handle with a decorative top, resembling a small bulb. The handle has raised metal rings around it. The blade is pointed and slightly curved, appearing old and weathered. The sheath is cylindrical, made of wood with metal bands and decorative metalwork. The sheath is on the left side and the knife is on the right. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silver, wood, steel
Culture:
Thai
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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