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Technique and Dimensions:
wood
Location:
C.D.A.492, Legato Cap.E.A. D'Albertis, 1932
Provenance:
Second half of 19th century
The figure on the inner side represents a spirit of mythological origin linked to the spiritual power, mana, of the weapon, which increased in proportion to the successes in combat. These types of weapons were passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms.
