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Knife, Kandyan Type

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photo of a knife with a curved blade. The blade is black and has a slight upward curve at the tip. The handle is not visible, but the bolster is silver and ornate. The bolster is decorated with etched floral designs. The pommel is also silver and ornate with etched floral designs and scrollwork. The pommel curls outward on either side. A small metal piece is visible under the pommel. The background is light gray. The knife is a Kandyan type.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Ivory and silver
Culture:
Sri Lanka
Dimensions:
599 × 201 px
Museum record:
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