Mycenaean Dagger BladeThis scene in gold and silver on the blade of an iron dagger depicts hunters armed with spears and protected by shields defending themselves against charging lions. The Mycenaeans were a robust, warlike people who enjoyed the thrill and the danger of hunting. (From the Royal Tomb IV, Mycenae, found by H. Schliemann. National Archeological Museum, Athens/Ancient Art & Architecture Collection, Ltd./The Bridgeman Art Library)