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Knife (Kukri) with Sheath, Two Small Knives and Pouch

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a large curved knife with a sheath and two small knives. The large knife has a long, curved blade with a pointed tip and a worn, silver-colored metal surface. The handle is made of metal with an ornate design and a flared end. To the right of the large knife is a sheath with an ornate metal design and a dark-colored leather or fabric body. The sheath has a strap and a small blue gemstone. To the right of the sheath are two small knives with pointed tips and worn, silver-colored metal surfaces. The handles of the small knives are made of dark-colored material, possibly wood or horn, and have a tapered shape. The background of the image is a plain white surface. The overall arrangement suggests that these items are being displayed together, possibly as part of a collection. The items appear to be a Kukri knife and accessories.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Steel, silver, wood, leather
Culture
Indian or Nepalese, Gurkha
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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