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Anglo Indian dagger

25th August 2023, 09:28 PM

Turkoman.khan

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Marius66

For the hilt shape,
Is it a falcon or parrot head ?

Just for fun/fantasy or has it a symbolic signification in India ?

Kind regards

I think this a parrot's head. Parrots occupy an important place not only in mythology and folklore, but also in the decorative and fine arts of India. The parrot is the mount (vahana) of the god of love, Kama.

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