Syrian Khanjar
Syrian Khanjar
French Mandate of Syria (Syria)
Second quarter 20th century (ca. 1925 - 1945)
Steel, silver overlay, iron
Blade: 15,9cm
Hilt & Blade: 28,6cm
Hilt, Bade, Sheath: 29,8cm
Collection Date: 2022
Collection Number: 301
Ex. American Art Market (2022)
A Syrian khanjar with the hilt reminiscent of Bedouin form. The all steel composition of the hilt and sheath has silver overlay, most of which is now lost. Two silver rosettes adorn the grip. Possibly an early tourist example during the French Mandate. Although basic in character, the double-edged steel curved blade does have some expressive thickness, allowing this knife to be a functioning item if needed.