Lot 248
  • 248

A Mughal ivory Hilted Horse-Head Dagger, India, 19th Century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

ivory hilt with pommel rendered in the form of a horse's head with teeth showing and mane descending down one side, with later bridle detail, eyes and cut diamond above the right floral scrolled quillon, the blade with flat back edge and forte chiselled with foliate patterns

Condition

in excellent condition throughout, with extremely minor chip under right eye, as viewed
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