FINE INDIAN MUGHAL GOLD-DAMASCENED STEEL TULWAR SWORD WITH DECORATED SCABBARD

Ca. AD 1700�1900 An Indian Mughal tulwar sword featuring a long, elegantly curved, single-edged steel blade tapering towards a rounded point, with a polished surface displaying subtle variations in tone. The elaborate iron hilt is richly embellished with gold koftgari decoration, comprising dense scrolling foliage and intricate floral motifs extending across the grip, quillons and broad disc-shaped pommel. The characteristic knuckle guard curves gracefully towards the pommel, terminating in a small ornamental finial. The sword is accompanied by a fitted scabbard covered in dark leather, with finely decorated gilt-metal fittings at the throat and chape, similarly enriched with elaborate vegetal ornament. The combination of the refined blade, richly decorated hilt and matching scabbard creates a highly ornamental ensemble, displaying areas of wear and patination consistent with age. Size: 94.9mm Provenance: Private London collection; US art market, before 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:$3,326.92

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