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CHARLES THURSTON THOMPSON (1816-68)
Kris and sheath
c.1853-5Albumen print | RCIN 2369591
Photograph of a kris and sheath, photographed from above. The kris features a hilt carved in ivory. The sheath is made from wood and encase in rose gold.
The kris dagger, originating from Indonesia, is known for its wavy blades. This kris has a straight blade. This particular kris exists in the Royal Collection, RCIN 67536.
The kris dagger, originating from Indonesia, is known for its wavy blades. This kris has a straight blade. This particular kris exists in the Royal Collection, RCIN 67536.
Creator(s)
Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)
(photographer)
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Engineering & Technology
- Military engineering
- Arms (weapons)
- Side arms (weapons)
- Daggers
- Armour
- Side arms (weapons)
- Arms (weapons)
- Military engineering
- Engineering & Technology
- Science, Medicine and Technology
