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Dagger (Khanjar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Dagger (Khanjar) features a curved, single-edged blade with a pointed tip. The blade is a dark gray color and made of metal. The hilt has a clear, glass or crystal pommel and guard with an etched design. The handle appears to be made of clear glass or crystal, and features etched designs on either side. A gold-colored, ornate design adorns the base of the blade where it meets the hilt. The background of the image is a plain light grey color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, rock crystal, gold
Culture
Indian, Mughal or Deccan
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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