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An archaic turquoise-inlaid bronze dagger (Ge), — An archaic turquoise-inlaid bronze dagger (Ge), Late Shang dynasty

An archaic turquoise-inlaid bronze dagger (Ge),

An archaic turquoise-inlaid bronze dagger (Ge), Late Shang dynasty

An archaic bronze dagger (ge) inlaid with turquoise from the Late Shang dynasty, demonstrating early Chinese metalworking and decorative techniques. This weapon represents the technological and artistic achievements of ancient China.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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

May 10, 2023

Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000

Lot 54

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An archaic turquoise-inlaid bronze dagger (Ge),, An archaic turquoise-inlaid bronze dagger (Ge), Late Shang dynasty

An archaic bronze dagger (ge) inlaid with turquoise from the Late Shang dynasty, demonstrating early Chinese metalworking and decorative techniques. This weapon represents the technological and artistic achievements of ancient China.

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

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Bronze, Ge, Weapon, Metalwork, Metallurgy, Dagger, Archaic, Turquoise Inlay, Late Shang Dynasty, Chinese Art, Ancient Art, Chinese, Ancient China