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Two bronze ceremonial swords, Myanmar, mid 20th century

Item 18 of 31
€ 120,00 € 59,00 (including VAT)
Stock 1 pc.
Overview

Striking pair of these two ceremonial bronze swords. The swords have remnants of gold leaf and texts in the local language are visible on the blade. One sword has 4 heads, the other seems to have a somewhat abract animal head. Varied patina. Monks sell these kinds of swords in temples, also as a source of income. They are then blessed and used by families for a special purpose. See the pictures

Length: 20 and 19 cm
Weight together: 354 grams
Origin: Myanmar
Date: Mid 20th century

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