Knife Sheath

42-30-237B

From: China

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number 42-30-237B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China
Period Qing Dynasty | 19th Century
Date Made 1800-1899 CE
Section Asian
Materials Steel | Copper Alloy
Technique Gilded
Description

Silver gilt sheath completely covered with ornate repousse decoration of dragons and other fabulous figures. Probably belonged to nobleman as the dragon was reserved for princes or dukes. Qianlong quality.

Length 23 cm
Width 2.5 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Morgan Wing on behalf of the Estate of Florence C. Whitney, 1942
Other Number 27 - Collector Number

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