Dagger in the Form of a Bird Holding a Leaf

early 17th century
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Dagger in the Form of a Bird Holding a Leaf
  • Date: early 17th century
  • Medium: Steel
  • Dimensions: 15 15/16 × 3 1/8 × 7/8 in. (40.5 × 8 × 2.2 cm)
  • Classification: Armor
  • Credit Line: Collection of Bashir Mohamed
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art