Bidspirit auction | A FINE MUGHAL DAGGER WITH

A FINE MUGHAL DAGGER WITH AGATE HORSE-HEADED HILT - India, Ca. 17th century AD. A dagger of exceptional craftsmanship with a hilt carved from a single piece of translucent agate in the form of a rearing horse’s head with flaring nostrils, detailed mane, and expressive eyes. The grip extends into a scrolling floral motif. The recurved double-edged blade, forged of wootz steel, is deeply fullered and tapers to a sharp point. Likely a later blade attached to the hilt.Size: 380mm x 65mm; Weight: 325gProvenance: Previous property of a UK based Islamic art professional. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.