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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
Museum record:
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