Sword (Jian) with Chevrons

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Sword (Jian) with Chevrons

China, Late Eastern Zhou dynasty, Warring States period, 481-221 B.C.
Arms and Armor; swords
Cast bronze with turquoise inlay
18 1/4 x 1 7/8 in. (46.35 x 4.76 cm)
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Lidow (AC1998.251.20)
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

  • Kuwayama, George.  The Joy of Collecting:  Far Eastern Art From The Lidow Collection.  Los Angeles, CA:  Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 1979.