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Written by: Yasemin EkinciResearcher · Asian Art
Arms & Armour · Catalogue no. 112428
IndiaKnife (Kard) with Battling Elephants, Rhinoceros and Lions on the sheath
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | India |
|---|---|
| Date | 18th century |
| Culture / Origin | India |
| Medium | Watered steel, ivory, and pierced and chased gold, wood and velvet |
| Dimensions | 38.1 × 3.5 × 4.4 cm (12 1/2 × 1 3/8 × 1 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Asia |
| Type | Armor |
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