Spring Antique Art and Arms, April 10th, 2021

19th C. Sumatra Silver Mounted Lopa Petawaran Sword

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Start price: $250

Estimated price: $500 - $750

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Silver Mounted Lopa Petawaran Sword. Circa late 19th Century. Sumatra, Straight, single-edged blade with oblique tip. Typical, curved hilt, completely covered with silver foil with iron capital-base. Wooden scabbard, completely covered with silver foil, with horizontal cap, slightly chiselled. See similar examples in ‘Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago’ by Albert G. van Zonneveld, page 78 and 83. length 33 cm. Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]