Romantic Revival Decorative Dagger With Male And Female Figures, 19th Century
A 19th-century Romantic Revival decorative dagger with a sculptural handle showing male and female figures in historical costume. The scabbard is decorated in relief with floral and neo-medieval ornament.
The slender double-edged blade and rich decoration suggest that the object was made mainly as a decorative cabinet piece or letter opener, rather than as a practical weapon.
Origin:
Probably France.
Period:
19th century.
Style:
Romantic Revival, neo-medieval, historicist.
Material:
Bronze or patinated metal, with steel blade.
Decoration:
Sculptural handle with male and female figures; relief-decorated scabbard with floral and neo-medieval ornament.
Dimensions:
Total length: 24.5 cm.
Weight:
Not provided.
Condition:
Age-related wear, patina and surface marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Other
Reference (ID): 1780130
Availability: In stock
