Ottoman Saber, Shamshir With Scathing — Persia, 19th Century
OTTOMAN SABER, SHAMSHIR WITH SCABE
Persia, 19th century
Steel, leather, horn, damascene
Total length: 100 cm - Blade length: Blade length: 82.5 cm
Steel blade, Damascus steel, curved, single-edged.
Pistol-grip hilt with two riveted light-colored horn scales, featuring gold damascene calligraphy on the crossguard. Strap loop. Burnished iron guard with gold damascene around the edges. Inverted quillons. Double-ring chain.
Wooden scabbard, covered in shagreen with metal stitching. Two burnished iron fittings with gold damascene; two small knobs in a row, with lanyard rings.
Very good condition
Ref.: 7311
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Period: 19th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Other
Reference (ID): 1801123
Availability: In stock
