$1,293
Dagger, China, 18th/19th century, single-edged blade with marbleized gilding, hilt of lapis lazuli with gilt silver mounts inlaid with small coral, turquoise, and lapis cabochons, scabbard of gilt repousse figures in garden vignettes, similar to the type worn by the emperor at the sacrifices in the temple of heaven, (loss to inlay), lg. 12 1/4 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2005-04-02