Dagger

P1265A

From: Borneo | Brunei

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number P1265A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Malay
Provenience Borneo | Brunei
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood | Metal | Ivory (uncertain)
Description

Dagger with broad, very slightly curved blade. Wavy, watery raised surface decoration (pamor). Brown wood hilt, carved as a bird head, with flower and leaves in relief on curved top. Ivory (?) ring.

Length 29 cm
Credit Line Gift of Dr. William H. Furness 3rd., 1898

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