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Dagger (Khanjar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Dagger (Khanjar) has a curved, black handle shaped like a horse's head. The handle features an engraved design near the base and a small decorative band around the middle. The blade is long and narrow with a pointed tip, exhibiting a grayish metal color with visible spots and discoloration. The dagger is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Steel, horn, ruby
Culture
Indian, Mughal
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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