Lot 5204
A Chinese silver-mounted and enamelled stone-set jian, 19th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A104aw | Live auction | 1078 Lots
Hammer price € 5,400
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Long, double-edged blade, fullered on both sides, the forte decorated with a silver-damascened dragon on one side and a cartouche with Chinese characters on the other. The cross-guard and pommel of polychrome enamelled silver executed in filigree. The ray-skin covered grip with two silver straps set with turquoises and corals. The part-enamelled silver scabbard composed of several pieces, decorated all-over with floral filigree work and profusely set with coral, turquoise, malachite, lapis lazuli and carnelian cabochons. Two small stones missing on one of the narrow sides.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
