AUCTIONS IMPERIAL ARMS & ARMOR NOV 2024

A FINE BURMESE DHA SWORD

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Start price: $200

Estimated price: $400 - $600

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A massive example, mounted entirely in silver and very finely embossed and engraved in high relief. The two-handed grip tapering continuously to the spherical pommel, the long blade of especially high quality, well-wrought with elaborate silver inlaid panels for its entire length, depicting finely detailed nobility surrounded by inscriptions. The scabbard mounted in silver, engraved en suite depicting scenes from the tale of Kuang Im (Guanyin, the Buddhist goddess of mercy) and Shancai. Mid-19th century. Very light wear. Overall length 104cm / 41 1/3?. Condition II