The Sinhalese Kastane: Its Development, Decoration and Symbolism

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Originally Posted by Prasanna Weerakkody

... the swords in the second set seem straight and thin - sort of like rapiers and rather diminutive shields….

Yes, the thin swords ... besides other notable differences. These two are not fighting, like the other pair. Their general aspect also looks distinct ... 'hats', robes, faces. Only the 'sash' pending from the waist looks the same; a detail that prevents me from realizing they are Portuguese