Moroccan Silver And Niello Dagger – 19th Century
Moroccan silver and niello dagger – 19th century – Morocco
Elegant traditional Moroccan dagger (koummya), richly decorated with silver and niello inlays.
The curved steel blade, with a thick spine and a median ridge, fits into a finely chiseled silver scabbard, decorated with floral and geometric motifs in relief.
Description
The guard and handle feature particularly careful goldsmith work, enhanced with three square cabochons in set red glass, giving the whole a noble and ceremonial appearance. The patinated brass suspension rings allow it to be worn on the belt, in accordance with Maghrebi tradition.
Chiseled silver, niello, brass and steel.
Dimensions: 41 × 10 cm
Beautiful complete example in good condition, with a beautiful old patina and slight traces of use on the blade
Do not hesitate to contact me for any additional information or request for additional photos concerning the items offered for sale.
Elegant traditional Moroccan dagger (koummya), richly decorated with silver and niello inlays.
The curved steel blade, with a thick spine and a median ridge, fits into a finely chiseled silver scabbard, decorated with floral and geometric motifs in relief.
Description
The guard and handle feature particularly careful goldsmith work, enhanced with three square cabochons in set red glass, giving the whole a noble and ceremonial appearance. The patinated brass suspension rings allow it to be worn on the belt, in accordance with Maghrebi tradition.
Chiseled silver, niello, brass and steel.
Dimensions: 41 × 10 cm
Beautiful complete example in good condition, with a beautiful old patina and slight traces of use on the blade
Do not hesitate to contact me for any additional information or request for additional photos concerning the items offered for sale.
850 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Good condition
Length: 41 cm
Width: 10 cm
Reference (ID): 1632350
Availability: In stock
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