Artistic Glass Appraisal

Crystal Dagger Sculpture

This item is a decorative sculpture crafted from clear and possibly black or smoky crystal, designed to resemble a dagger or arrowhead. The central 'blade' portion appears to be made of a dark, possibly smoky crystal or glass, featuring jagged, almost flaked edges, mimicking the appearance of a primitive stone tool or obsidian blade. This central element is quite pointed at the top and wider towards the base. It is mounted on a clear, faceted crystal base. The base consists of a flat, octagonal bottom piece and a faceted stem that rises to support the dark blade. There are decorative clear crystal elements or beads suspended on a thin wire or string that run vertically along the length of the dark blade, adding a whimsical or perhaps magical aesthetic. These elements include small, pointed teardrop shapes and spherical beads. The overall construction suggests a modern decorative piece, likely intended for display. Visible condition issues are minimal from the provided images, though some light surface dust is present, and a small chip or imperfection might be present on the edge of the clear octagonal base, though this is difficult to confirm definitively. The craftsmanship appears to be reasonably good, with clean cuts and polished surfaces on the clear crystal components. The dark blade section simulates a natural, unrefined finish, contrasting with the polished base. Estimated age is likely contemporary, 20th or 21st century.