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An archaic bronze and jade spearhead, — An archaic bronze and jade spearhead, Shang dynasty

An archaic bronze and jade spearhead,

An archaic bronze and jade spearhead, Shang dynasty

This archaic bronze and jade spearhead dates to China's Shang dynasty. The artifact demonstrates early metalworking techniques and the cultural significance of weapons in ancient Chinese civilization.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Online. Part I

May 10, 2023

Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000

Lot 56

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An archaic bronze and jade spearhead,, An archaic bronze and jade spearhead, Shang dynasty

This archaic bronze and jade spearhead dates to China's Shang dynasty. The artifact demonstrates early metalworking techniques and the cultural significance of weapons in ancient Chinese civilization.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Monochrome, Bronze, Jade, Artifact, Shang Dynasty, Weapon, Metalwork, Spearhead, Ancient, Chinese