$1,200
Italian Left Hand Dagger, c. late 16th century, with broad tapering hollow-ground blade (pitted and losses) with medial ridge extending to sharply tapered point, iron hilt with short arched quillons and fluted fishtail tips, fig-shaped pommel, thumb guard, and later leather-bound grip, lg. 19 in., (some damage on ring). Provenance: Collection of Allan Klein, Sotheby's New York, January 10. 1990. Please note: Eastimate should read $1500-2000.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2008-08-23