17th century
This is a pistol-shaped dagger hilt made of rock crystal. The pommel and the base of the hilt feature carved flowers. The inner side of the hilt has been delicately carved with indentations for fingers.
H: 6 x L: 15.5 x Depth: 1.5 cm (2 3/8 x 6 1/8 x 9/16 in.)
Stuart Cary Welch (by 1979 - 2008,) by descent; to his estate (2008-2009,) gift; to Harvard Art Museum, 2009. Notes: Object was part of temporary loan to Museum in 1979.
Lead
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