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獣面紋玉人 - 玉, 软玉 - China/Neolithic [Jade artifact of Liangzhu Culture] B.C.3500-B.C.2200【Liangzhu human-shaped jade - 中國 - 良渚文化 - 西元前3500年-西元前2200年
編號 80014633
編號 80014633
Unique bone arrowhead made by the Khitan steppe people during the Chinese Liao Dynasty (907 AD - 1125 AD). It has a flat rectangular tang, precisely made grindings and is ended by a sharp tip, object was carved from wild animal organic material. Arrows were used by Kitan warriors as decorative elements of clothing and as a weapon during the huntings and on the field of battle. This is a very rare artifact that is a material testimony to the craftsmanship of China's imperial times.
In order to show the arrowhead in its full splendor, it will be accompanied by a presentation stand!
Very good condition - intact, well-preserved, without significant defects.
Dimensions: 13 mm (W) x 79 mm (H)
*On presentation stand - 91 mm (H)
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA)
Arrowhead is guaranteed to be an authentic object from the period stated. It is accompanied by a hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity with all information about the artifact, its photos and unique number. Document is providing the owner of this object its lifetime authenticity warranty.
PROVENANCE INFORMATION:
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Purchased by the current owner from ancient Asian art expert Z.D.L. private collection.
Previous ownership history:
- Private Hong Kong collection of the owner
of an antique shop from Chinatown District
in New York, USA (collected before the 70's)
- Ancient Asian art expert Z.D.L.
private New York, USA collection