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Indonesian Nias Sword with Carved Wooden Hilt and Brass-Bound Scabbard
$1,779.84
£1,328.73
€1,500
CA$2,472.73
A$2,659.77
CHF 1,421.46
MX$31,351.15
NOK 17,921.28
SEK 16,383.46
DKK 11,431.68
About the Item
This striking sword from Nias Island, Indonesia features a long single-edged blade paired with its original segmented wooden scabbard, reinforced with alternating brass and dark wood bands. The craftsmanship is characteristic of traditional Nias weaponry, where functional arms are also treated as sculptural cultural objects. The hilt is carved from dense dark hardwood, displaying rich geometric patterns along the grip and an expressive finial depicting a stylized monkey figure, a motif often associated with guardianship and ancestral symbolism. The brass ferrule adds contrast and stability to the handle’s structure.
The sword’s scabbard complements the piece with its rhythmic pattern and warm patinated surfaces, giving it a commanding presence both as an ethnographic artifact and as a decorative object. This is an excellent addition for collectors of Indonesian tribal art or distinctive historical weaponry.
- Dimensions:Height: 26.38 in (67 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:NICE, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9202247741632
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