Dagger with Sheath

ca. 1650–1700

Not on view

The figure at the top of this beautifully carved ivory hilt is an iconic Nepalese representation of Garuda, a popular divinity associated with the Hindu god Vishnu. From at least the sixth century, Garuda was depicted as a handsome man with wings, resting on one knee and with hands clasped in prayer.

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Title: Dagger with Sheath
Date: ca. 1650–1700
Culture: Nepalese
Medium: Ivory (elephant), steel, silver, gold
Dimensions: L. with sheath 15 3/4 in. (40 cm); L. without sheath 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm); W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Wt. 6 oz. (170.1 g); Wt. of sheath 3.3 oz. (93.6 g)
Classification: Daggers
Credit Line: Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2006
Object Number: 2006.441a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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