Appearance of the Kukri in Classical South Indian Culture

olikara · 2nd March 2010, 04:33 AM

Hello,

Here is a frieze from a 'Veeragallu' - 'Hero Stone' which is dedicated to a war hero who fell in battle from early Vijaynagara times - (1336 - 1565 A.D.)

Notice the reverse curved sword here. Yes, this type of sword was a predominant type down South. Malabar and Coorgi weapons like the 'Ayda Katthi' and 'Maplah Katthi' are still made with reverse curved edges.

Nidhi

P.S. Notice the horseman, he has a katar at his waist and his horse wears trappings similar to those worn by European knights!

2nd March 2010, 04:33 AM	#5
olikara Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: India Posts: 101	A Vijaynagar Frieze Hello, Here is a frieze from a 'Veeragallu' - 'Hero Stone' which is dedicated to a war hero who fell in battle from early Vijaynagara times - (1336 - 1565 A.D.) Notice the reverse curved sword here. Yes, this type of sword was a predominant type down South. Malabar and Coorgi weapons like the 'Ayda Katthi' and 'Maplah Katthi' are still made with reverse curved edges. Nidhi P.S. Notice the horseman, he has a katar at his waist and his horse wears trappings similar to those worn by European knights! Attached Images Last edited by olikara; 2nd March 2010 at 03:31 PM. Reason: Added dates