ORIENTAL AND ISLAMIC ART AUCTION 7 JULY 2026 | Jul 7, 2026
Lot 43
A TURQUOISE-INLAID DAGGER, LATE SHANG DYNASTY (CIRCA 1200-1046 BC) A TURQUOISE-INLAID DAGGER, LATE SHANG DYNASTY (CIRCA 1200-1046 BC)

Lot 43 A TURQUOISE-INLAID DAGGER, LATE SHANG DYNASTY (CIRCA 1200-1046 BC)

Reference: ART10010396

An ancient Chinese dagger from the Late Shang dynasty featuring a bronze blade and a finely decorated hilt inlaid with turquoise stones forming a stylized mythical motif. Such weapons combined ritual symbolism with martial function and reflect the advanced metalworking and inlay techniques of early Chinese civilization. Dimensions: 28.6 by 6.8 cm.
Provenance: Private collection mr. J.K., Switzerland

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