Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 314:
Important 18th C. Indonesian or Malaysian PISO PODANG Sword ~ Persian ASSAD ALLA Shamshir Blade. A very rare early Presentation example of outstanding quality, mounted with its solid brass hilt of distinctive traditional form, original wood scabbard built for the important Persian blade the sword is wearing, lower blade with gold inlaid Assad Alla markings and interesting 1790 dated carved presentation inscription. Blade showing wonderful active watered patterns of high contrast Wootz Damascus steel and is of way better quality than can ever be found on the Asian tribal weapons of such type. This impressive sword is indeed a Collectors Choice high quality example, must have been specially built for presentation to an important military figure of significant status and rank. Total Length (inside scabbard if present) – 35 3/4", Blade Length – 29"
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