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Dagger (Jambiya) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dagger has a curved, single-edged blade with a pointed tip. The blade is silver-colored and appears to be made of metal. A gold-colored metal piece connects the blade to the handle. The handle is made of a dark-colored material, possibly stone or wood, and has a distinctive shape with a wide top and a narrower base. The sheath is made of metal and has a curved shape that matches the blade. It is decorated with intricate designs and patterns. The sheath is silver-colored with a darker patina. A knob is at the bottom. The background of the image is a plain light gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, jade, gold, brass, gemstone
Culture
Turkish
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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