Moroccan Koumya Dagger With Lion Claw Blade - Morocco, 19th Century
Moroccan koumya dagger with lion's claw blade - Morocco, 19th century
Rare type of sickle blade known as "lion's claw" (makhles s'ba).
According to Charles Buttin (cf catalog of the Cahrles Buttin collection ofButtin's collection of antique European and Oriental weapons); this type of bladewas reserved for the sultans' black guard.
Beautiful blond horn handle.
Silver scabbard chased with arabesques and floral motifs.
Some small dents to the silver.
Length 35cm
Length without scabbard 32,5cm
Blade length 18cm
Weight 452gr
Weight without scabbard 270gr
2 100 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Condition of use
Reference (ID): 1755302
Availability: In stock
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