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Knife with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Knife with Sheath by Artist Unknown: The knife has a long, pointed silver blade with a decorative gold hilt. The handle of the knife is made of ivory and features a carved figure of a man wearing a traditional outfit. The figure has short hair and is adorned with a belt and sash. The sheath is also made of ivory and features a carved scene with multiple figures, including one resembling the man on the knife. The sheath has a gold-colored metal band around the top with a small loop. The background of the image is a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Steel, ivory, diamond, ruby, enamel, gold
Culture
French, Dieppe
Dimensions
275 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette