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A sword with a tiger-head hilt, late 18th century
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A sword with a tiger-head hilt, late 18th century
8678250 A sword with a tiger-head hilt, late 18th century by Indian School, (18th century); Length 87.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably made for Tipu Sultan, Mysore
The curved single-edged European blade with thick forte, the cast brass hilt with the rain-guard in the form of a tiger's head with raised ears and engraved stripes, the quillons in the form of smaller tiger's heads with closely related engraving, the faceted grip with another tiger's head at the pommel with the mouth open bearing its teeth and tongue, distinctive raised eyes and proud nose, the curved knuckle guard also decorated with a tiger head and a engraved chevron pattern on the exterior, the two larger tiger-heads at the base and top of the hilt each with raised collars around the neck); Photo © Christie's Images
Media ID 38212026
© Photo © Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning print captures the intricate details of a sword with a tiger-head hilt from the late 18th century, believed to have been made for Tipu Sultan of Mysore. The European blade is elegantly curved and single-edged, while the cast brass hilt features a rain-guard in the form of a fierce tiger's head with raised ears and engraved stripes.
The quillons are designed as smaller tiger heads, with closely related engraving adding to the overall ornate appearance. The faceted grip boasts another tiger's head at the pommel, complete with open mouth displaying teeth and tongue. The distinctive raised eyes and proud nose give each tiger head on this sword its own unique character.
Even the curved knuckle guard is adorned with a detailed tiger head design, along with an engraved chevron pattern on the exterior. Two larger tiger heads at both ends of the hilt feature raised collars around their necks, adding to the overall regal look of this weapon.
This print truly showcases not only exceptional craftsmanship but also reflects cultural influences from India during that time period. It serves as a reminder of both artistic expression and historical significance in weaponry design.
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