Madras [India]
Spearheads (pandí ballam) nineteenth century
Steel | 27.0 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm (whole object) | RCIN 38046
Ballroom, Sandringham House
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Pair of steel spearheads or pandí ballam with faceted tubular sockets used for hog hunting.
Provenance
Presented to King Edward VII, when Prince of Wales, during his tour of India in 1875-76 in Vizianagram, Madras Presidency.
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Medium and techniques
Steel
Measurements
27.0 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm (whole object)
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