Guarded Dagger (Katar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Guarded Dagger (Katar) by an unknown artist, depicts a dagger with a long, thin blade that tapers to a point at the end. The blade appears to be made of metal and has a dark patina with spots of white corrosion. A guard is situated at the top of the blade, featuring a distinctive petal-like design with curved sections. Two short, curved prongs extend from the guard on either side. The guard is intricately decorated with ornate patterns. A thin wire is attached to the top of the dagger. The dagger is set against a plain gray background.