Hanger or Knob with Dragon Head

Medium: Metal alloy

Geograhical Locations:

Dates:18th century

Dimensions: 2 1/2 x 2 in. (6.4 x 5.1 cm)

Collections:

Accession Number: 2021.1.83

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.

Brooklyn Museum