Katar (punch dagger)
Culture
Rajasthani
, northern Indian
Date1700s
Mediumsteel and gold
Dimensions41 × 8.8 cm (16 1/8 × 3 7/16 in.), 1 lb, 2 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.64
DescriptionSteel triangular blade with heavily reinforced tip. Multiple fullers on both faces, following edges of blade. "H"-shaped hilt covered with gold geometric and floral koft-gari. Two hexagonal section grip bars tapering to side bars. Extra long side bars, flaring slightly to rounded ends.ProvenancePurchased by Museum from American Art Association, Anderson Galleries (NYC), Macomber sale, December 10-12, 1936 (lot 123). Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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