17th/18th C Indian Katar
Polished steel blade (likely wootz), with very pronounced armour piercing tip. The central rib carved as 'the tree of life'. The hilt with floral engraving and traces of original gold koftgari inlay. (L44.5cm)

PROVENANCE:
From the collection of the late Warren Mallard

Estimate $300-600



Condition: Very old repair to one arm. Original leather covered scabbard.


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