Sword

Object/Artifact

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

The image shows a beautifully crafted, ornate sword with a detailed hilt featuring intricate metalwork and elegant design elements. It is sheathed in a richly decorated scabbard, utilizing a combination of vivid green and earthy brown tones, exhibiting a sophisticated aesthetic with delicate patterns.

The image shows a beautifully crafted, ornate sword with a detailed hilt featuring intricate metalwork and elegant design elements. It is sheathed in a richly decorated scabbard, utilizing a combination of vivid green and earthy brown tones, exhibiting a sophisticated aesthetic with delicate patterns.

Name/Title

Sword

Entry/Object ID

2014.15.2

Description

Sword with wooden and metal handle. Inlaid scabbard made of leather and metal.

Category

Vault, Functional Object, African
Ethnic

Made/Created

Artist

Anonymous Tanzanian

Date made

circa 1930 - circa 1940

Dimensions

Dimension Description

overall size

Height

41 in

Width

6 in

Depth

1 in