167 - A EUROPEAN ROMANTIC DAGGER WITH SCULPTURAL HILT, 19TH CENTURY

A EUROPEAN ROMANTIC DAGGER WITH SCULPTURAL HILT, 19TH CENTURY A romantic dagger affixed with a sculptural hilt and decorative sheath, both composed of gilt brass. The hilt is shaped as an armored beast clutching a serpent whose tail is wrapped around one of the quillons, winding foliate shapes emanating upward form the grip. The blade is of a relatively simple triangular shape and is kept within a sheath decorated similarly to the hilt, with beasts crawling along vines in relief. Europe, 19th century. Dimensions: L: 10 in., (25.4 cm.) Condition: Very good overall, with some light pitting to the blade, minor surface wear to hilt and scabbard. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.