Lot 0232
XIXth Century Antique Caucasian kindjal
Estimate: 1200-1500€
A 19th-Century Caucasian Kindjal
A fine antique Caucasian kindjal featuring a steel double-edged blade, horn grip, and a leather-covered wooden scabbard with silver mounts richly decorated with nielloed floral motifs. A representative example of Caucasian craftsmanship from the second half of the 19th century.
Dimensions:
Length: 56 cm
Starting price: 1000€
Estimate: 1200-1500€
Hammer Price: UNSOLD€
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Estimate: 1200-1500€Exceptional early 20th century dagger crafted in Vladikavkaz by the renowned workshop of Osman Omarov. The blade follows traditional Caucasian forging techniques. The scabbard and hilt feature exquisite silver engraving with niello inlay – characteristic decoration of North Caucasian weapons.
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Specifications:
Origin: Vladikavkaz, Osman Omarov workshop
Period: Early 20th century
Materials: forged steel, silver, niello
Decoration: engraving, niello work
Overall length: 47.5 cm
Blade length: 33.5 cm
Blade width: 3.3 cm
Special feature: Arabic ownership inscription
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