Romantic Revival Decorative Dagger With Female Figure, 19th Century

Romantic Revival Decorative Dagger with Female Figure, 19th Century.

A 19th-century Romantic Revival decorative dagger, the hilt finely cast as a female figure in historical costume. The scabbard is richly ornamented in relief with masks, scrolling foliage, trophy motifs and neo-medieval decorative elements.

The dagger is fitted with a narrow triangular blade and has the character of a small ceremonial or cabinet piece rather than a practical military weapon. Its design reflects the 19th-century Romantic fascination with the Middle Ages and Renaissance, expressed through theatrical historicist detail and sculptural decoration.

The surface has a dark patina with rubbed highlights, enhancing the depth of the relief work.

Origin:
Probably France.

Period:
19th century.

Style:
Romantic Revival, historicist, neo-medieval.

Material:
Bronze or patinated metal.

Decoration:
Female figure hilt; relief-decorated scabbard with masks, scrolling foliage, trophy motifs and neo-medieval ornament.

Dimensions:
Total length: 24.5 cm.

Weight:
Not provided.

Condition:
Age-related wear, dark patina, rubbed highlights and surface marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.