Dagger handle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal statue of a figure with a large head, protruding eyes and teeth, and a wide open mouth. The figure has a large body with a protruding belly. The statue is covered in clear and purple gems of various sizes and shapes. The gems are set into ornate gold-colored metal settings. The figure wears a decorative headdress with gems. The figure's left arm is bent at the elbow and the hand touches the left side of the body. The figure stands on a black base. The background is white. Title: Dagger handle Artist: unknown.