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Francis Bedford (1815-94)
Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Cingalese Sword Hilt 1854
Albumen print | 17.9 x 11.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2800193
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Photograph of a kastane, a ceremonial sword associated with Sri Lanka. The crossguard, or quililon, and finger guards are chiselled in the form of monster heads. The pommel is in the form of a dragon's head. The hilt is covered with richly embossed gold work and the sheath, only partially visible, is covered with chased and embossed gold foliate ornament.
Provenance
Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
17.9 x 11.4 cm (image)
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'Cingalese Sword Hilt'
