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Top of a Sword Scabbard

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black scabbard top with a metal ring and buckle in the center, made of shiny material possibly leather or metal; has a wavy edge along the top and bottom; two small notches on either side near the top; a small, raised number '54' on the right side; background is light gray. Top of a Sword Scabbard by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
17th–19th century (?)
Medium
Nephrite
Culture
India
Dimensions
600 × 488 px
Public Domain
Yes
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