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Ancient Bronze Sword Luristan or Egypt Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Egyptian: Pre AD 1000 item# 1124370
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This is a copper alloy dagger or short sword. It has an interesting patina consisting primarily of light to medium green tones (likely malachite) mottled with red and reddish brown areas (likely copper oxides). There are areas where the deep brown, lightly corroded base metal is still visible and somewhat lustrous. The entire hilt, including the crescent-shaped pommel, is bordered by a thick and even ridge which would have served to contain the grip scales made of bone, wood, or ivory. The sca ...click for details

Fine Warring States Period Two-Ring Sword Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000 item# 1124346
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This is a bronze sword from ancient China. It dates to the latter part of the Eastern Zhou dynasty (475-221 BC) which is called the Warring States period. This period in Chinese history was one of instability and conflict between many smaller kingdom-states. Swords of this type are called “two-ring” swords because of the two prominent rings located on the hilt. The Chinese term for this weapon is “jian” which refers to a double-edged sword. This style of jian is generally attributed to either ...click for details

Zhou Dynasty Large Bronze Spear Point Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000 item# 1116551
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This item is a pristine copper alloy spear from ancient China dating to the Warring States period or earlier. It was purported to be a wet burial find which accounts for its outstanding condition. The round socket extends nearly to the tip and has remnants of the original wooden shaft. Length: 12.7 cm. This piece was purchased from Allen's Antiques in New Zealand in the 1990s or early 2000.

Large Copper Alloy Decorated Spearhead Ancient Sichuan Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000 item# 1116546
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This is an amazing copper alloy spear head from ancient China - likely dating to the late Zhou dynasty. It was excavated in what is now the Sichuan province and I believe it to be from the Ba or Ba-Shu culture. Liewen, tao-tie and other decorations are incised into the socket area on both sides. The socket extends almost to the tip of the spear and has remnants of the wooden shaft inside. The delicate attachment loops are still intact. There are no signs of repair or restoration to this fabulou ...click for details

12-13th Century Khmer Culture Lingam and Yoni Catalogue: Antiques: Decorative Art: Religious Artifacts: Buddhist: Pre 1492 item# 1116544
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This piece is a fantastic specimen of Southeast Asian art from the 12-13th century Khmer culture. It was cleaned several years ago by the previous owner but does retain some of its original patina. It appears to have been crafted in two pieces and is cast from either a copper or possibly a silver alloy - though I have not had it tested. It is just under 19 cm tall and weighs 335 grams.

Ancient Bronze Axe Head Northern Iran Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Metalwork: Pre AD 1000 item# 1116543
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This is a beautiful copper alloy axe from northern Iran. It dates to approximately 1200-1500 BCE. It has an elegantly flared socket with a small hammer protruding from the rear. The blade is flared at the cutting edge with the surface being mildly convex. It is in remarkable condition for its age and would be a great addition to any collection. It weighs 216 grams and measures 13.8 cm across its long axis.

Ancient Chinese Minority Culture Decorated Bronze Spear Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Southeast Asian: Edged Weapons: Pre AD 1000 item# 1115339
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This is a beautifully decorated bronze socketed spear point from Sichuan Province. It is most likely from the Ba or Ba-Shu minority culture that flourished in that area. The style and decor are reminiscent of the Shang period but as was often the case with minority culture pieces, this probably dates to a few centuries later. It's delicate attachment loops on either side are still intact and there are no signs of repair. It has a central reinforcing rib and decorations on two surfaces that s ...click for details

Incredible Bronze Ge Axe, Buckle and Finial Set Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000 item# 1115337
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Just released from my personal collection is this fantastic set of three pieces that date circa ancient China's Western Zhou period; a decorated bronze dagger axe with and accompanying horse bridle fitting decorated with coiled snakes, and a bird finial. All three pieces were purportedly uncovered together. The bridle fitting was partially cleaned to reveal the magnificent coiled snake decor. The bird finial appears to have originally been inlaid but the material is now gone. The dagger ...click for details

Shang Dynasty Inscribed Spear Sackler Collection Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000 item# 1114978
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This item is a copper alloy spear from the Shang Dynasty (ca 1700 BCE-1100 BCE). It is a rare form which also includes a single archaic character inscribed near the socket mouth on one side. The total length of the piece is just over 23 cm. The total weight is 296 grams. There is a slight curvature in the blade which is common on this type of piece. There are small losses to the tip and some damage to the socket edges but the piece is otherwise solid and stable with no signs of repair or restora ...click for details

Ancient Korean Silla Period Pottery Pedestal bowl Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Pre AD 1000 item# 1056211
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This is a magnificent little pedestal bowl from ancient Korea. It dates to the Silla period(57 BCE-935 CE). The body is conical with rectangular perforations common to the era. The lid has been restored from 3 large fragments. Beautiful Korean antiquities are quite scarce so don't miss this fantastic find. It measures about 20 cm in height.

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