African Tuareg Sword / Scabbard,c1890

Name: African Tuareg Sword / Scabbard,c1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA964570
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Late 19th century African tribal sword,c1890. Clearly hand forged the form is typical of Takouba swords from the Tuareg tribal area, North Africa. There is nice decoration to the handle and hilt and the leather scabbard has very traditional woven decoration with different coloured leather strands. Both are presented in good antique condition and have taken on great colour/patina following years of handling and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery, please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 57cm tall/long x 9.5cm wide x 2cm deep, weight 0.5kg.

Physical Dimensions

Height

57cm (22.44")

Width

9.5cm (3.74")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA964570

Dealers Notes

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Description

Late 19th century African tribal sword,c1890.

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Clearly hand forged the form is typical of Takouba swords from the Tuareg tribal area, North Africa.

Curious Antiques

There is nice decoration to the handle and hilt and the leather scabbard has very traditional woven decoration with different coloured leather strands. Both are presented in good antique condition and have taken on great colour/patina following years of handling and use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery, please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 57cm tall/long x 9.5cm wide x 2cm deep, weight 0.5kg.