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Mark · 11th September 2005, 09:46 PM

Very exciting, Antonio! I would say that these are modern-day ethnographic weapons, so it is even on-topic.

In this case, the weapon is more of an artistic expression of contemporary culture, a re-interpretation and/or synthesis of traditional forms. I have found very interesting the recent resurgance in interest in edged weapons, not just in terms of collecting antique pieces, but an actual interest in have a "new"sword, of custom made as in the "old days." Though not used in warfare, of course, I see these modern swords as having the same role as status symbols, and expressions of the owner's personality, as they did in times past. An intriguing phenomenon.

11th September 2005, 09:46 PM	#2
Mark Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 987	Very exciting, Antonio! I would say that these are modern-day ethnographic weapons, so it is even on-topic. In this case, the weapon is more of an artistic expression of contemporary culture, a re-interpretation and/or synthesis of traditional forms. I have found very interesting the recent resurgance in interest in edged weapons, not just in terms of collecting antique pieces, but an actual interest in have a "new"sword, of custom made as in the "old days." Though not used in warfare, of course, I see these modern swords as having the same role as status symbols, and expressions of the owner's personality, as they did in times past. An intriguing phenomenon.