A double sword with ray skin scabbard
Lot-No. 1139
China, Qing-dynasty (1644-1911). 2 double-edged swords ("Jian") with horn hilt. The wooden scabbard covered with beige ray skin (galuchat). The cross bar in the shape of mythical beasts. Richly embellished brass applications with dragons and foliage. Partly some losses and trace of age. L. 65 cm.
A double sword with ray skin scabbard
A double sword with ray skin scabbard
Lot-No. 1139
China, Qing-dynasty (1644-1911). 2 double-edged swords ("Jian") with horn hilt. The wooden scabbard covered with beige ray skin (galuchat). The cross bar in the shape of mythical beasts. Richly embellished brass applications with dragons and foliage. Partly some losses and trace of age. L. 65 cm.