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CHARLES THURSTON THOMPSON (1816-68)
Kris and sheath
c.1853-5Albumen print | RCIN 2369590
Photograph of a Javanese kris and sheath, photographed from above. The kris has a wooden handle carved with two warrior faces and a gold ferrule set with diamonds. The sheath is made of wood and is cased in rose gold, set with diamonds in a floral design.
The kris dagger, originating from Indonesia, is known for its wavy blades. This particular kris exists in the Royal Collection, RCIN 62918.
The kris dagger, originating from Indonesia, is known for its wavy blades. This particular kris exists in the Royal Collection, RCIN 62918.
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
