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Hilt of a Gauntlet Sword (Pata)

ca. 1550–80
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Hilt of a Gauntlet Sword (Pata)
  • Date: ca. 1550–80
  • Geography: Attributed to Bijapur or Ahmadnagar
  • Medium: Steel, iron, and silver
  • Dimensions: H. 19 1/2 in. (49.5 cm)
    W. 4 3/4 in. (12.0 cm)
    D. 6 1/16 in. (15.4 cm)
    Wt. 46.6 oz. (1.32 kg)
  • Classification: Arms and Armor
  • Credit Line: Private Collection, London
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art