DepartmentAsia

Sword

NameSword

CultureNaga

Date19th century

Place madeNagaland, India, Southeast Asia, Asia

MediumMetal, hair, string

DimensionsOverall: 30 x 9 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. (76.2 x 24.13 x 3.81 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.2008.74.366

DescriptionForged, silver-colored metal sword with handle and blade in one curving piece. Blade has point on the end and handle has a small, irregular shape on each side. A small round, forged crosspiece is inserted through the handle and long strands of dark brown hair are tied to each end of the piece.