Shang and Western Zhou: The Dynastic Cycle Emerges in Ancient China
Tue, Dec 20, 2022 09:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 34
Insignia Blade (Zhang), Early Shang Period, Longshan/Erlitou Style (1600-1100 BCE)
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
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The pictured work is an excellent example of the skillful jade work from this period. It is rendered in a partially translucent green nephrite with black streaking. It has an irregular angled haft and a blade that slightly widens and flares at its mouth. The shape of this jade is complemented by a handle decorated with side protrusions and serrations of different lengths and shapes. Similar zhang have been found throughout Sichuan province and elsewhere.
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Jade, H: 22 in. W: 5 in. Th: 1/8 in. With a certificate of authenticity issued by Gu Fang, Senior Fellow of the Institute of Archaeology Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS)
(#14589)
Condition
Overall Dimensions
Width: 5.00