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Knife with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a knife with a sheath. The knife has a curved blade with a pointed tip, exhibiting visible signs of wear and tear, including scratches and discoloration. The blade's surface appears weathered, with a grayish tint. The handle is made of wood, featuring a darker brown hue at the base that gradually transitions to a lighter brown towards the end. The handle's shape is curved, with a rounded end. The sheath is crafted from dark brown wood and adorned with an intricate design, consisting of a central circle surrounded by triangular shapes. The sheath is also curved, matching the shape of the knife's blade, and features a small circular protrusion at its end. The background of the image is white. The artist and title of the image is "Knife with Sheath".

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, wood
Culture
Philippine, Moro
Dimensions
599 × 428 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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