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Ottoman Dagger (kard) and scabbard.
Ottoman Turkey, 18th Century.
Jade inlaid with gold, steel, gilt silver, leather.
31cm long.
Provenance: French private collection since the end of 19th century.
A dagger or kard with a hilt of jade inlaid with symmetrical gold foliage and floral scrolls and a slim, tapering, single-edged watered steel blade resting within a leather scabbard. This scabbard features gilt silver mounts and beaded collar. The mounts on the top and the bottom sheath are decorated with floral vines and scrollwork. The tip of the sheath ends in a gilt silver fluted rosebud. A kard is defined as a straight, single-edged dagger that is worn on the left side of the belt.
The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
