Biface silver plaque by Emmanuel Frémiet, Cleopatra bust and Cleopatra on an elephant, circa 1902.
Emmanuel Frémiet (1824-1910) is best known for his monumental and animal sculptures. Elected to th[...]
ORIENTAL HELMET called kulah khud
Ottoman Empire, Qâdjâr, Iran, 19th century
Steel and iron
H. 25, diameter 20.5 cm
Consisting of a rigid half-spherical steel plate entirely engraved with a live[...]
The “Kindjal” or “Khandjali” is a type of double-edged dagger found mainly in the Caucasus regions and Central Asia. The “Kindjal” is, depending on its origin, often decorated with precious metals suc[...]
It is an enormous votive koummya, worked in the style of the city of Fes.
This type of object is certainly initially a weapon, but its proportions are incommensurate with the classic koummyas worn in[...]
Powder Pear
Orient, 19th century
Copper
H. 9.5 cm, diameter 6.5 cm
(missing its stopper)
The body is circular and flat, centred on one side of a round medallion engraved with the octogram: an I[...]
A beautiful talwar with silver koftgari decoration on the handle. The talwar has a slightly curved blade with a visible forged pattern and is equipped with a matching sheath. The handle is richly deco[...]
Very beautiful Caucasian Kindjal from the 19th century. Horn handle partially covered with nielloed and gilded silver, original wooden scabbard covered with black leather and decorated silver. Double-[...]
This khandjar is probably Persian, although a Turkish origin is also possible. Its antiquity is beyond doubt; we are far away from the manufacturing for export from the second half of the 19th century[...]
In the Pattani region of southern Thailand and the border region with Kelantan in northern Malaysia, we find a very unique type of keris handle called "Tajong" or "Pekaka". These types of keris are mo[...]
A beautiful “Khanjar” dagger from the Ottoman Empire, today Türkiye. “Khanjar” originated in Persia and has been observed in Central and South Asia, generally spreading from Turkey to India. The "Khan[...]
The katar is for Westerners, the most typical dagger of India, and it is true that its handle with such a particular shape is only found in this country. This one comes from the North West of India, i[...]
Interesting oriental rifle. Stock carved with geometric patterns, with bone inlay with studded decoration. Turntable with miquelet system. Barrel surrounded by brass rings. Baguette present under the [...]
Antique Arabic dagger entirely covered with gems / semi-precious stones such as agate etc., handle and sheath with lots of ornaments and gold metal wire, oxidized blade / 37 and 30 cm
This khandjar is very comparable to the one already on the site at number 1253209.
The good news is that as it cost me less, the price will be more modest. the description is comparable:
It is a fi[...]
Meknassi Type Nimcha Saber
Morocco
19th century
Wood, brass, steel
Total length: 105 ; Blade length: 90.5 cm
Wooden spindle sword with hooked pommel.
Brass hilt chased in the centre with geo[...]
Flintlock pistol for the oriental market
19th century
Steel, silver, wood, brass
Total length: 41 - Barrel length: 26.5 cm
Caliber: 14mm
Fluted barrel, engraved with scrolls along the enti[...]
For Westerners, the katar is the most typical dagger of India, and it is true that its particular handle is only found in this country.
This one comes from the North West of India, in the region form[...]
Highly detailed and beautifully handcrafted Japanese tanto from the late Edo period. Tiger and bamboo decorations. Beautiful, freshly polished, handmade blade. Total length: 38 cm
Oriental flintlock pistol by Fatou, Paris, early 19th century, in solid silver, set with corals. Platinum signed Fatou in Paris in its original tan. Round barrel ringed with silver, entirely decorated[...]
Ottoman powder pear, in carved and turned wood garnished with metal plates and nails Enhanced with polychromy, late geometric decoration from the 18th early 19th Century Free shipping
Chain mail was worn in a wide range of cultures, from Europe to East Asia, and proved effective against sword strikes. The basic form of chain mail is made of iron rings, often riveted in an interlock[...]
The “Koummya” dagger is a traditional curved dagger worn by the Berber and Arab people of Morocco. The “Koummya” is worn at the waist with a cord attached to the shoulder. Their quality varies, but th[...]
Large Ottoman rifle of 1.60 overall length. Wood in good condition, 18th century flint lock with the marking of a large heart, handcrafted to percussion in the 19th century (seized mechanism). Large 1[...]
Rare dagger in silver niello steel, the scabbard and handle are in silver niello iron (wear and traces of corrosion). Ottoman Empire or Iran late 19th or early 20th. Jambiya type. Object in its "juice[...]
This khandjar is a fine example of daggers from the Syria Lebanon area. It dates from the 19th century. It is in good condition, with all of the handle inlays present. For some authors, it would be ty[...]
PERSIA-IRAN Qâjar, head puzzle, ceremonial stick with the head of a horned devil decorated with carving, 19th century. Similar example exhibited at the museum in ARAK, capital of the province of MARKA[...]
Dagger with curved blade. Berber work known as Koumiya. The handle in Mahogany, the scabbard in chiseled and embossed silver decorated with foliage. The steel blade enhanced with a Joan of Arc and a f[...]
Oriental saber of the "SHAMSHIR" type with a blade from the "SOLINGEN" factory signed by WILAUBRER, 19th century. Undrilled wooden stock type handle, restored. Blade from the SOLINGEN factory with WIL[...]
Tabarzin axe, in steel and damascened iron, Qâjar Iran, 19th century Crescent-shaped steel iron with damascened contours, decorated on both sides with flowers and birds, Long iron handle alternating e[...]
OTTOMAN helmet of the KULAH KHUD type, 19th century with its hackle. Mesh rib hackle for neck protection. Half iron sphere and 5 cm tip and two plume holders. Nose guard blade. Height: 48 cm Diameter:[...]
The Kard is a straight dagger, which belongs to Indo-Persian culture.
This one is typical of the greatness of Mughal India. We are here in front of a refined example, "sober and in good taste", witho[...]
This set of 3 daggers is typical of Sudan. It dates from the time of the Mahdist rebellion, in the last quarter of the 19th century.
It consists of 3 daggers = 2 curved khandjars and a straight doubl[...]
Very beautiful and interesting Indian dagger. Niello steel and silver, Floral decoration, horn marquetry handle, Finished with a bird's head. Niello steel blade with a cartridge and inscription on the[...]
This saber is typically Moroccan. The local name is "Nimcha" or "Nemcha". It dates from the 19th century. Like almost all sabers from this country, the blade is of Western origin.
The handle inlaid w[...]
19th century Indian Qatar dagger Rare traditional dagger typical of South India 19th century handcrafted work, some wear Decorated grip and guard Free and insured shipping in mainland France
It is a traditional Ethiopian saber called "Guradé"
The blade of this beautiful Ethiopian saber allows us to identify it with precision, since it is a weapon carried by a member of the Emperor's guar[...]
Jambiya dagger
Yemen or Saudi Arabia, 20th century
Steel, silver, velvet and fabric.
Total height: 30cm - Width: 16cm
Curved, double-edged blade with central edge. Wooden handle, entirely covere[...]
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