Dagger (Katar)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal dagger with long, wavy blade and two long, thin, straight handles extending upwards. The blade is long and tapered with a wavy or serrated edge. The dagger features an ornate section near the top of the blade where it meets the handle. The handle consists of two long, thin pieces of metal that are parallel to each other and connected by two horizontal sections. The top horizontal section features a decorative chain-like design. The bottom horizontal section is wider and features an ornate design. The dagger made of metal appears to have a dark patina. The background is light-colored and featureless. The dagger titled Dagger (Katar) by an unknown artist.