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Dagger with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Dagger with Sheath by its maker, measures approximately 20 inches long. The dagger features an intricately designed hilt with gold-colored metalwork. A long silver blade extends from the hilt. The sheath beside it has a gold exterior with decorative blue and gold accents as well as a gold cap on the end. Both the dagger and sheath lay on a gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Steel, silver, niello, gold
Culture
Caucasian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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