A Fine Syrian Khanjar
A Fine Syrian Khanjar
French Mandate of Syria (Syria)
Ca. 1920 - 1940
Goat horn, brass, bone, mother-of-pearl, dyed bone, coral, or colored inserts, lead or pewter, steel, silver overlay, velvet
Blade: 15,9cm
Hilt & Blade: 27,9cm
Hilt, Bade, Sheath: 30,5cm
Collection Date: 2022
Collection Number: 285
A fine khanjar dagger from Syria during the French Mandate period. These knives are known for their intricate and beautiful mosaic inlays. This one has a curved double-edged steel blade with triple fullers flanked by floral motifs at the base of the blade. Hilt carved from segments of goat horn and bone. Inlays including mother-of-pearl, brass strips and tacs, red dyed bone, coral, or colored inserts, and lead or pewter stars. The sheath is a wood base, covered by blue velvet and iron mounts in traditional niello designs. Two iron baldric rings are attached. Beautiful work of Syrian craftsmanship and a quality example.