Dagger (Flyssa) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dagger (Flyssa) with Sheath by Artist. The dagger has a long, narrow silver blade with intricate gold designs. The hilt is made of dark-colored material, possibly wood or horn, and features red and green stones or inlays. The handle has a distinctive T-shaped top. The sheath is made of the same material as the hilt and is adorned with similar red and green stones or inlays. It has a long, thin shape with a pointed tip and a small metal chain attached to the top. The chain is made of thin metal links and hangs down from the sheath. The background of the image is a plain light color. The dagger and sheath are placed side by side, with the dagger on the right and the sheath on the left. The overall appearance suggests a traditional or ceremonial knife.