Antique Caucasian Persian Qama / Kindjal Short Sword 19th Century
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Large antique Qama / Kindjal type short sword featuring a long steel blade with multiple deep longitudinal fullers and two small decorative applied motifs near the hilt.The sword has a dark shaped wooden grip secured with two prominent fixing studs and retains its old leather covered scabbard.
The piece shows substantial age and use, with oxidation, scratches, surface wear and patination throughout. The wooden hilt has visible cracking and an old repair near the blade junction.
The form is associated with the Qama / Kindjal tradition found across the Caucasus, Persia and surrounding regions. Exact origin and maker remain unidentified.
Item Details
Period/Date: 19th century, probable
Country/Origin: Caucasus / Persian region, attribution.
Material: Steel, wood, leather and metal fittings
Condition: Antique condition with oxidation, scratches, surface wear and patination. Wooden grip shows cracking and an old repair. Scabbard shows age related wear and losses.
Dimensions: Overall length: 89.5 cm
Weight: Not recorded
Provenance: Dar Al Tourath Collection
Maker/Manufacturer: Unknown
Style: Qama / Kindjal
Restoration/Repairs: Old repair visible to the wooden hilt near the blade junction.
Signature/Marks: No legible maker's signature identified. Two decorative applied motifs visible on the blade near the hilt.
Reference/ Inventory Number: DT-0124
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