Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 350:
Unusually Long 19th C. English or French Officer’s MAMLUKE Sword. Interesting and very ornate example dating from around Napoleonic wars era, wearing an exceptionally long and deeply curved blade with a large fuller, long false edge and clip-point tip, both sides with early etched decorations of war trophies and scrolls. In its richly gilt brass furniture with intricate floral scrolls and Roman warrior heads to the guard. With its later leather scabbard and pistol shape grips of traditional Turkish Shamshir style. Very attractive and impressive looking saber due to its exceptional size and curvature.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) 41" Blade Length 31"
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