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Photo of collection object Dagger with Figural Images on Handle — Dian. Dagger with Figural Images on Handle, 481-221 B.C.E.. Bronze, 1 x 5 3/16in. (2.5 x 13.1cm) Other (Old Dimensions): 3 9/16 x 14 11/16 in. (9 x 37.3 cm). Anonymous gift, 1999.134.1. No known copyright restrictions.

Brooklyn Museum

Brooklyn Museum

Dagger with Figural Images on Handle

481-221 B.C.E.

Dian

Asian Art

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Dian
Classification: Ceremonial
Formatted Medium: Bronze
Medium: bronze
Locations: Place made: Yunnan, China
Period: Warring States Period
Dimensions: 1 x 5 3/16in. (2.5 x 13.1cm) Other (Old Dimensions): 3 9/16 x 14 11/16 in. (9 x 37.3 cm)
Departments: Asian Art
Accession Number: 1999.134.1
Credit Line: Anonymous gift
Rights Statement: No known copyright restrictions
Museum Location: This item is not on view
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