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Dagger (Bade-bade) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dagger Bade-bade with Sheath. A dagger with sheath. The sheath and dagger hilt are wooden, brown with engravings. The sheath is on the left; it has a T-shaped top. The hilt of the dagger on the right is shaped similar to the sheath top. The blade is on the right; it is metallic and silver colored with a rough appearance, a pointed tip and an asymmetrical convex edge. The dagger's blade and hilt connect with a short, dark metal piece. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–19th century
Medium
Bone, silver
Culture
Sumatran, possibly Acheen
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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