All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1910
item #993048
(stock #TC318)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$195.00
$195.00
This antique Chinese lock has a nicely patinated surface and is is working order. Measures 3.8 inches across.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1900
item #993343
(stock #J152)
This rare Edo period antique Japanese round box has 3 tiers, lid and plate. There is a column of small Gosan kiri family crests down one side and another column of small family crests on the other side. The inside is of each piece is red orange lacquer. The box fits into the rim of a plate which was use for serving. The gold lacquer paintings designs are all very fine.
The box on the plate stands approx 9.5 inches tall. and is approx 5.5 inches in diameter...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #994184
(stock #TC319)
This antique cast iron 2 piece censer retains much of its original red paint. The inside bottom of the censor bowl is somewhat pitted from use. The chop marks are unrecogizable. The piece is 10 inches in diameter and 2.5 inches high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Lacquer : Pre 1920
item #996546
(stock #SEA136)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$475.00
$475.00
This fine antique large betel nut container from Burma is painted with a traditional ornate "yun" incised lacquer design called “yok-thei”. There are tiny dancers swirling through an intricate background of vine vegetation. High sided cylindrical betel boxes called "kun-it" were used to store betel leaves and other ingredients. The deep lid fits snugly to keep the contents fresh.
Unfortunately, this container is missing the original tray insert...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1920
item #1001494
(stock #TC321)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$150.00
$150.00
This is one of 2 hexagonal shaped tea cannisters which I have listed separately. This one has an incised scene of a mature bird on one side. The other side has 2 sentences from the famous Tang dynasty poem by Lu Tong. The bamboo has darkened considerably with age...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1920
item #1001502
(stock #TC322)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$150.00
$150.00
This is one of 2 hexagonal shaped tea cannisters which I have listed separately. This one has an incised spring scene of two young birds and a butterfly on one side. The other side has 2 sentences from the famous Tang dynasty poem by Lu Tong. The bamboo has darkened considerably with age...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #1002251
(stock #TC323)
This is one of 4 small individual antique Chinese carvings which I am listing separately. I had always assumed them to be 4 of the eight immortals but upon close inspection, I am now not sure which gods, ancestors or legends they represent. Each character stands with its own faithful foo type dog and carries an implement of some kind. Each has a peg on the bottom which fits into the own homemade stand.
This character stands 5.75 inches x 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Lacquer : Pre 1900
item #1003427
(stock #TC325)
This is the second of 4 small individual antique Chinese carvings which I am listing separately. I had always assumed them to be 4 of the eight immortals but upon close inspection, I am now not sure which gods, ancestors or legends they represent. Each character stands with its own faithful foo type dog and carries an implement of some kind. Each has a peg on the bottom which fits into the own homemade stand.
This character stands 5.75 inches x 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #1004038
(stock #TC328)
This large Tea Caddy is made from a hollow Bamboo section. The cannister lid fits tightly in order to keep the tea fresh. This style caddy would have been used by a Chinese family of modest circumstances during the Qing Dynasty.
Great patina, darkened with age...a handsome piece that stands 10 inches high and 4 inches in diameter.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1900
item #1004755
(stock #J156)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$275.00
$275.00
This is one of a pair of wooden (not papermache) chinoiserie footed plates made for export. The central medallion Japanese scene is classic and the rim has ornate panels of individual woman in various poises. Each side has handle shaped and painted as an ivy leaf.
On the black lacquered back is the rement of a very old label. Plate is 10.75 inches at the widest point...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Middle Eastern : Metalwork : Pre 1837 VR
item #1004913
(stock #Misc149)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$225.00
$225.00
This old Indo-Persian Bronze bowl has ornate repousse pattern and is heavily patinated with use and age. The upper rim edge has a few small chips from ages past. The bowl is 4.5 inches in diameter and about 2.3 inches high. The bowl is an artifact from the early 1800'S.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1837 VR
item #1005009
(stock #TC165)
This Chinese wood carving from the Qing Dynasty portrays a seated nobleman. The surface is covered with remains of the original multi layers of lacquer paint. There are no marks on the bottom. Hand carved and only 4 inches high this is a charming piece of old folk art, an artifact from the glory days of old China.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Baskets : Pre 1910
item #1006081
(stock #SEA137)
Woven from wide bamboo strips, this lidded container was used for storing tobacco. Basket weaving was a traditional folk art throughout southeast Asia and most rural families relied on their own basketry skills to provide themselves with life's necessities.
This slightly miss-shaped container stands 8 inches tall and has the charm and patina which comes only with repeated use and age.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Stoneware : Pre 1900
item #1007197
(stock #ZTC330)
This old Chinese stoneware ceramic pipe bowl (smoke chamber) would have been placed onto the smoking pipe to allow for a small piece of opium to be smoked. The tiny opening at the top would allow the smoke to be drawn into the stoneware chamber and cooled before being inhaled by the smoker.
The piece has 2 different makers marks which are clearly stamped into each side of the clay underside of bottom hole.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1920
item #1008113
(stock #J157)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$375.00
$375.00
This Japanese Meiji period 6 sided porcelain chocolate pot was made for export to the Western markets. The chocolate pot has a lovely traditional Japanese scene which was hand painted, with bits of moriage detail. Excellent condition, no chips, no cracks, pot is 9.5 inches tall. There are 3 matching cups and saucers will be listed separately.
Dated by McKinley Tariff Act requiring name of country of origin to be permanently engraved (stamped) or imprinted into a piece.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1900
item #1008682
(stock #TC331)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$295.00
$295.00
This absolutely charming pair of baby booties is from the late Qing dynasty. They are made of silk satin ivory colored fabric and have a large satin stitched butterfly on each side. The front of the booties have an appliqued butterfly with tassles and pompoms. They are in pristine condition with the exception of the one missing pompom on one bootie.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1910
item #1012290
(stock #T151)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$650.00
$650.00
Originally part of a full sized Tibetan adult costume, this piece was cut down to complete a childs festival costume. Decorated with turquoise, coins, tassels and silver ornaments, this type of textile accessory would often be attached to the elaborate headdress or hat and drape down the back to complete the wearers costume. The Tibetan people are not wastefull and items of festival garments in any condition are hard to acquire. I have had it hanging on my wall for a number of years...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Middle Eastern : Textiles : Pre 1920
item #1013427
(stock #Misc151)
This is a traditional style full length silk robe, aka Chapan, from Uzbekistan/Tajikistan area. The pattern was made using an ikat dye technique, and the robe is padded and machine quilted. Excellent condition, shows very little wear...stunning
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1920
item #1013797
(stock #TC332)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$125.00
$125.00
This antique childs toy was brought back from Chinese by an American Missionary during the early 19th century. The snake or possibly a dragon has jointed body which can easily be moved to assume different positions. Obviously hand carved in the Chinese folk art tradition, this toy is in excellant condition. It displays nicely on the custom made stand.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #1014255
(stock #SEA144)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$195.00
$195.00
This lovely hand carved old wooden loom pulley comes with is own custom made stand.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Porcelain : Pre 1920
item #1014263
(stock #J158)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$350.00
$350.00
These 3 Japanese porcelain cups and saucers were hand painted with a delicate landscape scene. They are the matching set to the previously listed Japanese chocolate pot dealers number J157 or troc #1008113. Thought the set was made for chocolate, it can easily be used for tea.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1920
item #1015366
(stock #TC333)
This charming pair of old Chinese lotus shoes were made from a sturdy cotton fabric and embroidered with cotton thread. The lack of silk matterials would indicate that the maker/wearer was probably from a less afluent family. The soles indicate are well worn but the vamps are in very good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : India : Pre 1910
item #1020847
(stock #Misc151)
The black stone tile has mosaic inlay of mother of pearl Taj Mahal detailed with black pen ink lines. This Anglo Indian Victorian piece from the Raj era would have come from the Visagapatam region of India, which was known for its finely detailed black pen ink designs.
Pristine condition and very beautiful. Measured top to bottom and side to side 6 inches each way...measured point to point 6.5 inches
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1920
item #1029195
(stock #EMT133)
This antique chinese hat would have been worn for festival by a Yi ethnic minority girl (woman) from the Honghe area. Worn for festival, the "cockssome cap" is elaborately decorated with faceted silver beads. Enlargement 5 shows cock hat as it would be worn. Hat comes with its own custom made stand.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1920
item #1029643
(stock #T152)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$550.00
$550.00
The Tibetan leather flint pouch (aka strike a light) is properly known as a "mechag" (me = fire , chag = iron) or fire iron. This Tibetan flint pouch is decorated with ornate silver and bronze ornamentation with an inset red bead which appears to be a replacement for the original bead. The pouch would have been secured to the wears belt with the attached leather strap...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Furniture : Pre 1900
item #1035479
(stock #TC335)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$850.00
$850.00
This antique Chinese wooden carved pedestal stand with attached mirror dates is from the late Qing dynasty. This piece of furniture would have sat on a dresser or chest. The carving is high quality and begins at the base. The mid section carving displays a dragon and pagoda. The frame of the circular mirror has bats carved all around.
This piece has been held in storage by a Texas collector and is in excellent condition. The mirror is detachable and is held in place by tendons which slip...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Lacquer : Pre 1920
item #1036749
(stock #ZJ150)
This Japanese red lacquered wooden serving platter or tray is 13 inches in diameter. It is carved as a bream, which is the Japanese fish symbol for the "bounty of the sea". There are several layers of different colors of red lacquer which heighten the fluid appearence of the fish. The surface is slightly dulled with use and age, the charger is in wonderful condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1920
item #1053665
(stock #EMT134)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$310.00
$310.00
This pair of antique Miao boots were made by a young woman from Song Tao to be worn for festivals. The thick sole has iron hob nails to make walking easier on the hills and terraces. The vamp is made from cotton fabric and is heavily embroidered with cottton thread using satin and chain stitch techniques. The upper part of the boot is also made of cotton fabric.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : India : Pre 1920
item #1053809
(stock #Misc155 )
The charming old tribal womans purse is heavily embroidered on each side and is decorated with mirrors and cowrie shells. Condition is very good, no rips, no tears, just beautifully faded vegetable dyes.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1900
item #1054936
(stock #TC340)
I bought this antique Tibetan ethnic minority needle case years ago in China. Needles were an important sewing tool for women of every indigenous culture and for the Tibetans the needle case was frequently worn as a jewelry accessory for costume adornment festivals. The small jade bi functions as a weight for stability at the bottom of the needle case. It is beautiful.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1910
item #1060014
(stock #EMT135)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$195.00
$195.00
This pair of traditional short boots were made and worn by the Miao women of Anshun. They are in very good condition but the upper boot areas have some soiling and the soles show signs of wear.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1900
item #1060669
(stock #TC341)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$95.00
$95.00
This pair of earmuffs are kept together with a silk ribbon. Worn to protect the ears in winter, the outer side has delicate embroidered flower motif, and the inside is slightly padded and has ear pockets which slip of the ears.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Netsuke and Related : Pre 1900
item #1060915
(stock #J160)
This Japanese tooled leather tobacco pouch (tabakoire) is embossed with a large dragon swirling about the back and front. The metal clasp is decorated with a coiled dragon. Attached to the pouch by 2 rows of 5 chains is a wooden netsuke (manjui) wooden netsuke with metal dragon. The inside of the pouch has 2 sections and the interior leather is tools with a flower motif.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : India : Pre 1910
item #1062090
(stock #Misc156)
This antique small iron mortar fits easily into the closed hand was used for grinding medicinal herbs. The pestle is attached with a hand made chain. Sourced from Maharasha, India...great aged patina.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1910
item #1064545
(stock #TC346)
This old Chinese hand made carpenters tool would have been used as a snapline just as the western metal chalk box and line are used today. Such tools were often hand made and passed from father to son for generations. This particular one has a small antler for a plumbob.
This antique Korean ink stone was carved from a thick piece of black stone, and is 7.25 inches (18 cm) x 11 inches (28cm) x 3 inches (7.6 cm) high. It weights about 14 lbs. The lid is deeply carved with a swirling dragon. The base of the stone has a grinding surface that slopes to a deep inkwell for collecting the liquid ink. The border of the base is carved with a simple repeat decoration.
One corner of the lid has a chip with most of the loss on the underside. The underside of the ...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : India : Pre 1900
item #1066253
(stock #Misc158)
This Indo-Persian antique silver repousse lidded container box was probably intended for cosmetics. The elaborate design work is flawless and the attention to detail were hallmarks of luxury items made during the late 19th century in both India and Persia. There are 2 makers marks and some scratches on the bottom of the box. See picture
The box is 3.5 inches in diameter and is 1.5 inches high
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1910
item #1066719
(stock #ZTC347)
This pair of Chinese lotus shoes were made by a woman of limited finances. She bought what materials were needed for the vamp and supplemented with the use of rough home spun fabric scraps to cover the shaped heals and soles. The limited amount of expensive gold couching threads outlining the floral embroidery pattern on each side of the shoes indicates that this pair of lotus shoes would have used only for special occasions. Cleverly hidden inside each shoe is a heel cushion which would have...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1910
item #1067673
(stock #EMT136)
The variety and types of embroidery stitches on this antique Chinese hat are old typically Miao minority. Probably done by dotting grandmother. The silver ornaments, the butterfly, the bubbles are symbolic of the Miao myth regarding the birth of the human race. The hat shows some dirt but is otherwise in good condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1920
item #1071505
(stock #M160)
This antique Chinese small wooden tobacco container would have been looped on a belt. It is probably ethnic minority, and hand carved by its intended user. Such folk art artifacts are now rare and hard to find on the market.
Measures 3 inches tall, and comes with original hand twisted cord, and is in very good condition
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Sculpture : Pre 1837 VR
item #1074130
(stock #TC351)
This small old Chinese wood sculpture of a mounted horseman is probably of famous warrior or legendary character. Carved from wood and painted the horse and rider are fixed to the original wooden stand. Original paint with some loss and one arm missing. 6 inches high including stand and a charming artifact of centuries past.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #1074217
(stock #TC352)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$295.00
$295.00
This small strand of Buddhist prayer beads would have been kept in a pocket or looped on a belt. Bought in China from a Tibetan, the strand of tiny dark beads is broken up with coral beads to assist in counting. The 3 fabric triangles, from departed monks robes, are amulets containing various protective prayers. When used for ritual prayers, the fabric talisman would be held in the closed fist while the fingers count the beads. An Ancestors tooth, not bone, hangs from one of the talismans to...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1900
item #1074240
(stock #TC353)
Lovely silk embroidered rondel cut from an antique 19th century Chinese robe. Intricate satin stitch depict 2 figures in the center surrounded by gold bouillon tread used for couching background. Diameter is approximately 8.75 inches ...Piece is in very good condition...no rips no tears
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Sculpture : Pre 1837 VR
item #1075007
(stock #TC355)
Finely carved and once elaborately painted, this antique figure was probably from a small shrine. Clearly used and handled over the years, piece still has some areas of original paint. Some residual of an inked signature on bottom. carving may be of a monk or other religious figure. Stands about 2 inches high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Snuff Bottles : Pre 1920
item #1075647
(stock #T165)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$110.00
$110.00
This mini snuff bottle is formed from copper and decorated with brass wire and turquoise. The writting is Mongolian (not Tibetan) and there is one stone missing on each side. The bottle is a scarce 1.25 inches high.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1900
item #1078414
(stock #TC359)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$225.00
$225.00
This well used pair of Chinese woman's Lotus shoes for bound feet has embroidered satin stitch floral motif on both sides of the toe. The soles have nice stitch detail
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #1079225
(stock #TC360)
Old Chinese hand carved wooden mask depicting legendary king of old China. Face was gessoed and polychrome painted. 15 inches x 14 inches wide and 6 inches deep. some areas of chipped and worn paint consistent with age
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Japanese : Dolls : Pre 1920
item #1079618
(stock #J163)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$750.00
$750.00
The face of this Japanese Boy's Day Doll, musha ningyo, would certainly scare away any demons...strands of his unkept hair tends to drift across the face, and his costume is elaborately detailed. Without the stand he is 11 inches tall...the stand adds another 2 inches to the height.
Condition excellant with the exception of a couple of small surface paint chips on face reveal white undercoat (clears shown in pictures)
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Indian Subcontinent : Himalayas : Pre 1920
item #1080134
(stock #T166)
This traditional small leather purse would have been used as an ornament and hung from a belt by a Tibetan woman during festival. It is heavily decorated with silver metal, turquoise and coral beads. This is an old one and is in excellent condition.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1910
item #1081834
(stock #TC362)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$250.00
$250.00
This antique Chinese hat would have been worn by a child and probably made and embroidered by a grandparent. This hat is old and has unusual silver ornaments in the front. Condition is pristine with the exception that the large round silver ornament decoration is missing 2 small prongs, and the silk ribbon bordering the extension of the wind cover for protecting the back of the childs neck also has some deterioration areas.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Folk Art : Pre 1900
item #1086181
(stock #TC365)
The metal bowl of this traditional old bronze Chinese spoon is heavily patinated from extensive use and was probably used for heating maybe opium.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Textiles : Pre 1920
item #1086240
(stock #EMT138)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$165.00
$165.00
This old Chinese child's cloud collar was hand sewn by a proud Miao Ethnic Minority grandmother. The ornate embroidery stitching includes applique and daiz which is misnamed the forbidden stitch by Westerners. The collar is in excellant condition and is 9.5 inches in diameter
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Lacquer : Pre 1900
item #1088868
(stock #ZTC366)
This antique Chinese rectangular serving tray is elaborately inlayed with Mother of Pearl. The ornate MOP design covers the surface of the tray and also goes about the exterior face of the narrow rim. Wood is most likely ebony and tray dates from mid 18th century.
Condition: All the MOP inlay is intact but there are numerous tiny nicks and chips in the surface finish on the inside and outside edges of the rim surround. Most of these nicks can only be seen when the edges are caught in a spe...
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1910
item #1094077
(stock #Jlry161)
This old Chinese necklace is from either the Dong or Miao minority group. The central medallion is domed on the front and flat on the back. The weight of the medallion indicates that it is hollow. It depicts a minority style dragon from minority legend. With the assortment of items dangling, the necklace is reminiscent of a chatelaine.
the central medallion diameter is just over 4 inches and from the top of the medallion to the bottom of the longest drop is approx 7 inches. It can eas...
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$225.00
$225.00
This antique pair of Chinese lotus shoes were worn by a woman in He Bei Province during the end of the 1800's. Small bits of Leather are nailed to the heals because the women of that time liked the sound of the heal hitting the floor as they walked. A delicate floral motif was carefully embroidered to both sides of each shoe.
there are no rips and no tears but clearly these shoes were worn numerous times.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Jewelry : Pre 1920
item #1095654
(stock #Jlry162)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$1200.00
$1200.00
This is a heavy Chines necklace which was worn by the Dong ethnic minority women. It can be worn and also makes a very impressive display artifact.
The bib front and back are domed to a thickness of about 1 inch at the center and the piece spans over 10 inches side to side. The weight of the piece (approx 2 lbs)indicates that the piece is definately not hollow
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Scholar Art : Pre 1900
item #1096051
(stock #TC369)
Asian Ethnic Artifacts
$650.00
$650.00
This traditional antique Chinese brushpot is made from bamboo, and is deeply carved with upper and lower scenes. The brush pot measures 11 inches tall. Surface cracks do not go through to the inside of the pot.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Lacquer : Pre 1800
item #1096324
(stock #TC371)
This traditional Chinese antique tea container was made from bamboo. The outside has a carved rib design and was lacquered black. This tea caddy would have been used regularly by family and friends during the Qing dynasty. The inside lid is stamped with the manufacturers information.
The tea caddy is 10 inches tall and shows patinated wear marks and chips in the lacquer surface which would be expected on a piece of this age.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Chinese : Glass : Pre 1900
item #1097435
(stock #TC370)
This antique Chinese glass bead was used as a toggle during the 1800's. I measures 1.25 inches in diameter.
All Items : Antiques : Regional Art : Asian : Southeast Asian : Edged Weapons : Pre 1920
item #1097459
(stock #SEA139)
This knife sheath would be hung from the woven shoulder strap by the hill tribe hunter. This one was brought back from the border region by a friend. Now heavily patinated with use and age, it was beautifully hand made many years ago and was both light weight and serviceable. It is a wonderful artifact of an age and culture that is rapidly disappearing.