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Dagger with Lion-Head Pommel

17th/18th century
Bronze with applied gold, silver, and gemstones
3.1 × 9.6 cm (1.2 × 3.8 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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