12th-13th century AD. An iron single-edged knife with raised midrib and curved blade, the bronze handle formed as a rearing horse wearing an elaborate bridle, the forelegs resting on an inscribed shield, the tail curved forming a loop; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 440 grams total, knife: 22cm (8 1/2"). From an old Tokyo collection; previously the property of a Japanese gentleman since the early 1980s. [No Reserve]

Fine condition.