Kriss knife Java Island, Indonesia Early 19th century Wood, pamor.Total length 38 cm; Blade length: 29.5 cm; Handle length: 8.3 cm The handle, called ukiran, is made of finely carved and engraved woo[...]
Short sword of the Jian type, China, late 19th/early 20th century. Vertically grooved wooden grip, crack on one side. Brass pommel and guard engraved with the Shou symbol. Flat, double-edged blade wit[...]
This sword is Vietnamese, although its style is typically Japanese. It can therefore be classified as a Vietnamese katana or as a Japanese-style Dai Dao; it's simply a matter of terminology. It dates [...]
Dagger called a Dha, a dagger with a forged iron blade, single-edged and ending in a beveled point. The cylindrical grip is made of bone, while the ferrule is made of wood covered with a silver inlay [...]
Maru Gata shaped tsuba in iron with openwork and inlaid Hira Zogan decoration from Shibuichi. The decoration depicts a Hotei holding his bag of riches with copper and silver inlays of a scroll. Diamet[...]
Mokko-gata style tsuba in chiseled iron with a Hira Bori design depicting wading birds in flight towards Mount Fuji and branches in the mist at the bottom of the valley. The inlays are in Hiran Zogan [...]
Tsuba in the shape of a Naga Maru Gata iron bowl. Chiseled background in Hira Bori. The decoration represents rock with copper and silver inlays of motifs evoking the sacred ropes of a Shinto temple s[...]
Mokko-gata shaped tsuba in Shibuishi iron, chiseled in Hira Bori and inlaid with Iroe Taka Zogan in gilt copper and silver. Decorated with a dragon in the waves. Dimensions: 76 mm x 69 mm. R:2025-0838[...]
Mokko-gata (quadrilobed) tsuba. Made of iron with Taka Zogan decoration in gilt copper and silver. Shibuichi decoration of butterflies, grasshoppers, and snails. The presence of Seki Gane indicates it[...]
JAPAN - Edo Period (1603-1868). Samurai Katana. FUSHI - KASHIRA in a suite of patinated copper inlaid with gold and silver, decorated with crested cormorants fishing. TSUKA in wood covered with ray sk[...]
Wakizashi, Small Japanese Sword, Late 19th Century, Carved Bone. Small Japanese sword known as a Wakizashi. Carved bone. 14 samurai figures. Very high quality. Late 19th century. Complete, very good c[...]
Late 19th Century Japanese Katana Sword. A theatrical sword, also known as a Japanese katana. Carved bone. Depicts figures from ancient Japanese theater. Four minor damages. Late 19th century. Dimensi[...]
superb tanto in Aikushien style, sublime condition, lacquered leather tsuka, red lacquered saya with family kamon, shibuishi and shakudo fittings, weapon of beautiful proportions and solid constructio[...]
Kriss or kreiss composed of a Damascus steel blade and a wooden handle. Between the two a ring set with red stones resembling garnet. The original scabbard is made of painted wood. This kriss was made[...]
This kriss is Indonesian, typical of the island of Java, Surakarta style. The shape of the blade, the shape of the scabbard, the handle and the metal ring are characteristic of this region of Surakart[...]
Tsuba (Japanese sword guard) of katana Late Edo/early Meiji period (circa 1850-1880) Signature Kotobuki saku 寿 作 + golden kakihan Material Iron, gold and copper inlay Decor Taro leaves and moon (obv[...]
Form: Maru-gata (round)Dimensions: 64 mm (H) 60 mm (L) approx. 4 mm (thickness)Weight: 91 gSubject: Wrought iron (tetsu)Decor: Nanako-ji background (regular granulation with the punch) on thetwo s[...]
Type: Tsuba (鍔) Diameter: 88 mm Weight: 191 g Main material: iron (tetsu), dark patinated. Ornamentation: golden inlays (probably in nunome zōgan 布 目 象 嵌, gold leaf inlay technique). P[...]
Wrought iron tsuba (tetsu nikubori tsuba). Pattern: Tête demort (dokuro), herbs and bird. Symbolic: Impermanence, zen meditation on death and nature. School: Shoami (Edo) or independent craftsman infl[...]
NAGA MARU GATA shaped tsuba In openwork iron in yo-sukashi with foliage and flower decoration. Small dents on the nakago hitsu ana (trace of adjustment) during assembly. Traces of oxidation due to tim[...]
Japanese lacquered quiver with this accessories. The quiver is 94 cm long and can hold a dozen arrows, it is accompanied by a gourd-shaped netsuke to keep powders surely for the giriko (powder to prot[...]
19th Century KindjalThe overall condition is excellent, the hilt is comprised of an exposed tang with horn handle grips (Deer).This is probably one of the nicest kindjals I have had the pleasure of ha[...]
Indonesia (Bali or Java), 19th centuryDamascus steel (pamor kulit semangka), carved wood, gilt brass, cabochons, tortoiseshell-covered wooden sheathDimensions: Total length 42.5 cm; Scabbard length 30[...]
This is a miniature tachi, dating from the early Meiji period (1868-1911), therefore the last third of the 19th century. Its small size clearly indicates it as a votive object, probably either intende[...]
Short saber of the Hmong people, North Vietnam, South China, late 19th early 20th centurySaber typical of the Hmong people historically established in North Vietnam and South China in the provinces of[...]
Indonesian ritual dagger called "Kriss", Flaming blade in pamor. Wooden scabbard covered with a copper over-scabbard engraved on one side and handle in exotic wood beautifully carved. Indonesian work,[...]
Large Burmese 'Dha' knife, silver ferrule and richly carved handle, steel blade stamped with 'Arnachellum Salem', manufactured in the 19th century by the company 'Arnachellum And Sons', created by Ind[...]
TSUBA set for daishoJapanEdo period (1603–1868)Iron, gold, copper, shakudo, silverH: 8.2 cm; W: 7.2 cm; Thickness: 3 mm H. Nakago Hitsu Ana: 2.9 cmSet of iron tsuba engraved with foliage motifs featur[...]
Complete gunto sword mount, with kogai and kosukaJAPAN – Edo period (1606 – 1868)Iron and goldThis set includes:A Kabuto Gane with shitodome.A fushi; two seppa.A tsuba; a kojiri, a koi guchi.A kogai, [...]
JAPAN - Meiji period (1868-1912). Katanakake in glossy black lacquered wood decorated with gold hira-makie, the base in the shape of a heart with a lake landscape decoration. It rests on three small f[...]
18th -19th Indo Persian Wootz Jambiya / Khanjar Dagger W Agate HandleA rarely seen high quality wootz Damascus dagger which is likely from Iran / Qajar. Highly crafted blade with Wootz Damascus.The da[...]
-Dagger called "Koutar or Katar". Triangular steel blade with double edge and protruding central edge. Openwork and gilded steel scabbard, decorated with birds. Length: 42.5 cm. North India: early 19t[...]
Bhutanese short saber called patag - Bhutan, 19th century Wooden handle covered with leather and a finely chiseled and openwork brass pommel. Single-edged blade of beautiful forging quality. Forged in[...]
Elegant antique double knife set in its original silver scabbard, dating to the late 19th – early 20th century, originating from Laos or Northern Thailand (Lanna region).
The scabbard and ferrules ar[...]
This 19th century knife from Burma features an elegant handle crafted from patinated ivory. The knife comes with its hardwood sheath, reinforced with several metal rings, and partially covered in stit[...]
A fine set of five Japanese fruit knives, dating from the Meiji period (1868–1912). Each knife measures 20.8 cm in length and features a steel blade with engraved Japanese characters. The handles are [...]
Nice little tanto of the Meiji period Kwaiken type. Dagger for men or women of samurai very popular as a weapon of defense. Tsuka handle in shagreen and saya scabbard in lacquered wood. Black lacquer [...]
Very nice little tanto of the Meiji period Kwaiken type. Dagger for samurai man or woman very popular as a defense weapon. Handle and scabbard in lacquered wood. Black lacquer with pearly reflections [...]
JAPAN - Late Edo period (1603-1868). Samurai tanto. FUSHI - KASHIRA in textured gilt copper inlaid with silver. TSUKA in wood covered with ray skin. MENUKIS in chiseled and gilt copper depicting shish[...]
Philippine knife called gunong - Philippines, late 19th early 20th century Handle with stock in noble wood and ferrule in chiseled silver alloy. Double-edged blade. Wooden scabbard with chape and chis[...]
Philippine knife called gunong - Philippines, late 19th early 20th century Ivory butt handle and copper ferrule and chiseled silver metal. Double-edged blade with heavily effecé engravings. Wooden sca[...]
Travel kit including knife and chopsticks - China or Mongolia, late 19th early 20th century The scabbard has kept its silver attachment loop set with red coral and malachite. Wooden scabbard covered w[...]
MOUNTING composed of a KOZUKA, a pair of MENUKI and a TSUBAJapanEdo period (1603-1868)Iron, silver, copper, gold, brassIron Kozuka decorated with two silver cherry blossoms in bas-relief with brass le[...]
KOTSUKAJapanEdo period (1603-1868)Copper, goldL. 9.6 ; W. 1.9 cmA copper Kozuka engraved in bas-relief with two men arm-wrestling, enhanced with gold.The back is textured with gold stippling.Reference[...]
Long dha type saber - South East Asia, probably Burma, late 19th early 20th century Slightly curved single-edged blade. Scabbard and handle with wooden core covered with chiseled and embossed silver s[...]
PAIR OF SHI SHI MENUKI WITH NENUPHAR BLOSSOMJapan, late 19th centuryGilt bronze4.5cmPair of menuki representing a Shi Shi with his head turned towards a water lily flower on foliage. The whole is in g[...]
PAIR OF MENUKI MONK WITH DRUM (TAIKO)Japan, late 19th centuryBronze3.2cmPair of menuki representing a monk and his drum, the taiko; the chubby face and hand are silvered. The outfit is brown, enhanced[...]
Very finely crafted Omani silver Khanjar dagger with a richly decorated scabbard and hilt, the fittings show fine silver wire and filigree work including floral designs, geometric patterns and hammere[...]
Vietnamese high dignitary saber called guom - Vietnam, 2nd half of the 19th century. Handle made of fossilized mammoth molar. Chiseled and embossed silver pommel depicting a lion's head or foal dog. C[...]
Wakizashi Japanese Bone Carved Sword Tanto small KatanaVery beautiful small bone sword finely carvedMissing the tipRichly decorated with characters and floral motifsWear and small chips to be notedJap[...]
JAPANESE SABRE TSUKA - COMPLETEJapan, Edo period (1603-1868)Wood, skin, cotton, alloy, gold.Total length: 23.8cm Wood, covered with light ray skin; straw-yellow cotton braid.Fushi copper and shakudo, [...]
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