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Written by: Yasemin EkinciResearcher · Asian Art
Arms & Armour · Catalogue no. 96074
IndiaCurved Dagger (Khanjar) with Ram-Head Pommel
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | India |
|---|---|
| Date | 17th/18th century |
| Culture / Origin | India |
| Medium | Watered steel inlaid with gold and silver in the kuftgari technique |
| Dimensions | 28.6 × 5.7 × 2.9 cm (11 1/4 × 2 1/4 × 1 1/8 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Asia |
| Type | Armor |
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