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Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)

Kora sword and holder c.1853-5

Albumen print | 23.1 x 17.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2369588

Kora sword and holder

Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)

Kora sword and holder c.1853-5

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Description

Photograph of a Nepalese sword (kora) and scabbard, taken from above. Its iron hilt bears two circular discs (guards) that flank the grip and a spirally-fluted baluster finial. The blade flares out at the tip and is decorated with dot motifs on one edge and an eye.

For further information on the object, see RCIN 61962.

Provenance

Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom (1819-1901)

Search the collection View the person page Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

23.1 x 17.3 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
albums
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Engineering & Technology
Military engineering
Arms (weapons)
Side arms (weapons)
Swords

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