Name/Title
Hooded KatarEntry/Object ID
367; Full Code: 367.83.56-DG-NBTags
Engraving, Dagger, KatarDescription
This Katar, is the origin of the straight bladed Indian weapons. From the Chola Temples, to the Central Indian Caves, this specimen is seen everywhere. Often clearly shown being used in a depiction of a battle, carvings as old as 8th or 9th CE show this type. This katar, has steel construction with blade showing triangular designs and art work at the bottom, hood too has been shaped in to the Head of a "Naag" or King Cobra; with beautiful engravings. The Hood gives esthetic as well as protective value to this dagger, the cross bars in the handle, are through riveted, making them stronger than usual forged welding or cast. The Tip is not that prominently chiseled but the application of this Katar is not only for stabbing but also as parrying weapon and secondary cutting blade as well. The Blade and engraving pattern indicates, Mid to late 15th CE construction, most definitely Tanjore.Dimensions
Dimension Description
18"Length
11 inAcquisition
Acquisition Method
PurchasePlace
City
Amritsar, PunjabState/Province
Punjab
