Knife or Axe (Kharga)
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Knife or Axe (Kharga)

TitleKnife or Axe (Kharga)
Date1800s 18th century
Mediumiron with wooden handle and leather scabbard
ClassificationArms and Armor
OriginNepal Nepal
Holding institutionThe Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit lineKnife or Axe (Kharga), 1800s. Nepal. Iron with wooden handle and leather scabbard; overall: 57.2 cm (22 1/2 in.); blade: 42.8 cm (16 7/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade, 1916.1011
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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