Subasta Bidspirit | A Rare Mughal Lapis lazuli


A Rare Mughal Lapis lazuli hilted dagger with scabbard, decorated with enamel, India, 19th century. - Item details Description A Rare Mughal Lapis lazuli hilted dagger with scabbard, decorated with enamel, India, 19th century. The recurved, forged, double-edged blade has fullers on each side. At the base of the blade is a relief image of an elephant decorated with gold kofgari. The magnificent handle in the shape of a horse's head is very high quality carved from lapis lazuli. The wooden scabbard is covered with fabric. The fittings of the scabbard are made of silver, decorated with very high quality carving and blue enamel. A magnificent collectible Mughal dagger from the 19th century. Excellent condition. Length 41 cm. Condition Excellent condition Dimensions Height 41 cm / 16.1 in