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Dagger (Bichuwa)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal dagger with a long, curved blade and serrated top portion. The blade is dark gray and appears weathered. The top of the dagger has a serrated edge with a series of small, jagged teeth. A central ridge runs along the top portion. The handle and blade are connected by a small, triangular piece of metal. The background is a plain gray surface. The dagger's title is Dagger (Bichuwa) and it is by an artist not specified.

Artwork details

Date:
17th–18th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Indian, Central Indian
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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