Dagger and Sheath LACMA M.71.1.35a-b
Summary
India, Mughal empire, circa 1675-1700 (sheath fittings, circa 1800)
Arms and Armor; daggers
White nephrite jade hilt and sheath fittings inlaid with foiled rubies, emeralds, and diamonds set in gold; steel blade; velvet covered wooden sheath
16 7/8 x 3 x 1 in. (42.86 x 7.62 x 2.54 cm)
From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, Museum Associates Purchase (M.71.1.35a-b)
South and Southeast Asian Art
Currently on public view: Ahmanson Building, floor 4
Tags
Date
1600 - 1700
Source
LACMA
Copyright info
public domain