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Originally Posted by ALEX
Hello, Miguel
You're right, no.1 is Indian, rather modern, not much Arab influence, more of a novelty item to resemble Mughal style. The blade is of "tiger-eye" pattern, late 20 C.
No.2 is Persian Qajar, decent quality for this type, late 19/early 20C.
No. 3 is Persian/Indo-Persian), not as old as 2 but not as "recent" as 1)
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Hi Alex,
Thank you very much for your comments, I never ceased to be impressed by yours and other members knowledge, I learn something every time. Would you say then that the first piece is meant for tourists or made to deceive? Thank you again and I wish you a Happy New Year.
Regards
Miguel