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Sword

before 1918

Indonesia, Sulawesi

(Celebes)
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Medium
metal
Measurements
Overall: 68.6 cm (27 in.); Blade: 50.8 cm (20 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of J. H. Wade 1918.659
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Not on view
Print
A vertical sword sits in a long, slightly curved scabbard. The dark hilt is intricately carved into a wave-like curl bending left, joined by a decorative silver-toned metal fitting. The scabbard is crafted from polished, reddish-brown wood with dark bands at the throat and the tapered, angled tip. This elegant weapon showcases an organic hilt design transitioning into a smooth, wooden sheath with a subtle curve.

Sword

before 1918

Indonesia, Sulawesi (Celebes)

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