Sword lin gin or Kachin dha, northern Burma
First third of the 20th century
Wood, plant fibers, steel, brass and leather
Long. Of the sword: 59; Long. blade: 44.5cm
Long. Total: 72.5cm

The handle, called ulu, is made of wood covered with leather; the rectangular pommel, made of bone, is riveted by four star points; brass bolster decorated with a frieze.
The single-edged, two-tone steel blade is obliquely finished.

The sheath, called Kumpang, is made of a cut and engraved wooden blade, equipped with four straps of braided plant fibers and a wider loop allowing the fine suspension handle to slide.


Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

Ref. : LP1399