Indo-Persian Inlaid Iron Talwar with Scabbard

拍品描述

Early-mid 20th century A.D. Comprising a curved damascened steel blade, hilt with horse-head pommel, knuckle-guard and stub quilolons; scabbard with two suspension points, inlaid white-metal detailing. Cf. Mierzejewska, A., Chodi?ski, A.R., Bro? Orientu, (Weapons of the Orient) Catalogue of the Toru? Regional Museum, Toru?, 2009, fig.16, p.29. 823 grams, 64 cm (25 1/4 in.). Private collection, UK. This is an example of a saber mass-produced for tourists at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. This is evidenced by the carelessly executed decoration of the engraved ornament covering the main part of the scabbard, as well as the inferior technique of decorating the hilt. However, it is a solid replica of the swords used in real combat. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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