The image displays a detailed view of a knife or dagger, positioned vertically against a light gray, textured wall in Fitsinjovana Bakaro, Madagascar

The image displays a detailed view of a knife or dagger, positioned vertically against a light gray, textured wall in Fitsinjovana Bakaro, Madagascar. The object features a light brown wooden handle, roughly cylindrical and curved, culminating in a dark brown, carved pommel resembling an animal's head, complete with defined eyes, ears, and an open mouth. A vertical fissure is apparent on the handle's surface, and dark discoloration is present where the handle transitions to the hilt. The hilt is a flared, organically shaped piece, painted green and yellow. Below the hilt, a dark, cylindrical section, likely part of the scabbard, is visible, secured by a light-colored braided cord tied around it. No human subjects are depicted.