Lot 4095
An Ottoman kilij with wootz blade and gilt mounts, dated 1831
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A108aw | Live auction | 1129 Lots
Hammer price € 3,000
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The strongly curved, single-edged blade forged of wootz-Damascus. Embellished with gold inlays, calligraphic cartouches and date 1247 (=1831) on both sides of the root. Finely engraved brass quillons with remnants of fire gilding. Light-coloured horn grip plates, the grip frame with remnants of gilding. Leather-covered wooden scabbard with decorative wire stitching. The gilt silver locket engraved and chased. The suspension bar and chape in fire-gilt brass. Length 81 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
