Rare 19th Century Turkish Double Bichaq with Scabbard

Exceptional and rare Turkish double bichaq with scabbard of…
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Exceptional and rare Turkish double bichaq with scabbard of 19th century date, and of a rare form. Each 33.5 cm overall with 22 cm single edged blade of traditional form with gilt koftgari panels and an inscription. Silver hilt with embossed floral decoration. Heavy silver scabbard with highest quality embossed decoration incorporating stands of arms, etc. in foliage. Complete with original silver chain

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  • Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.

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