Scabbard for a Yataghan
Dateportions possibly 1600s
Mediumiron with gold koftgari inlay, wood and velvet
Dimensions74.9 cm (29 1/2 in.), 14 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.372.2
DescriptionFor Yatagan 2014.372.1. Recurved wooden core covered in green velvet, with deep metal chape & drag at ends & decorated to match sword hilt. Single suspension ring fitted on 1 face at mouth of scabbard. There is a decayed organic material (leather?) running down the seam line of hte velvet.ProvenancePurchased by the Museum at the Morosini sale #3986 at the American Art Association (NYC), October 10-15, 1932, lot #35. Paid $15 for lot which included HAM#s1843.1.A & B and 1843,2.A & B. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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