Hanger or Knob with Dragon Head
Asian Art
MEDIUM
Metal alloy
DATES
18th century
DIMENSIONS
2 1/2 x 2 in. (6.4 x 5.1 cm)
ACCESSION NUMBER
2021.1.83
CREDIT LINE
Bequest of Dr. Samuel Eilenberg
PROVENANCE
Prior to 1998, provenance not yet documented; by 1998, acquired by Samuel Eilenberg of New York; 1998, bequeathed by Samuel Eilenberg to the Brooklyn Museum; April 6, 2021, accessioned by the Brooklyn Museum.
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CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Hook to secure a dagger to a man's belt. Consists of a rectangular loop at the back and an upward curving hook topped with a large stylized head of a makara (sea monster) or dragon. The belt goes through the loop and the dagger handle or sheath catches on the hook.
MUSEUM LOCATION
This item is not on view
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