Islamic Art and Fine Objects

A GOLD KOFTGARI TULWAR SWORD, INDIA, 18TH - 19TH CENTURY

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Start price: £380

Estimated price: £400 - £600

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Description

ATulwar featuring a single-edged, curved steel blade. The blade is constructed with a single fuller running along the spine. The iron hilt is of traditional form, incorporating a characteristic disc pommel with a central spike and langets that secure the blade. The hilt is decorated with gold koftgari floral and foliate motifs applied to the grip, crossguard, and langets.

L: 91cm