Sheath

78-15-9B

From: India | Naga Hills

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number 78-15-9B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Indian
Provenience India | Naga Hills
Date Made 1800-1945
Section Asian
Materials Iron | Wood | Brass | Bone | Tooth
Description

One-sided wood, wrapped with ten bamboo straps. Large, braided bamboo loop for belt attachment. Ornament attached to handle of animal teeth wrapped in resin, tied to the handle with metal wire.

Length 61.5 cm
Width 9.5 cm
Credit Line Gift of Frank Krich, 1978

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