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Dagger

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dagger by artist unknown, a single dagger with a dark-colored, weathered blade and a brown and black handle with a guard located near the base of the blade; the blade appears to be double edged with a sharp point; the handle features an angular design with a curved top; the background is white.

Artwork details

Date:
late 15th century
Medium:
Steel, bronze, bone
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
469 × 624 px
Museum record:
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