Saturday, June 25, 2022
LOT #95

Chinese Ritual Weapon Assortment

(4) archaic style carved jade / hardstone weapons including straight blade, straight blade with crescent side blades, curved blade and axe; all having similar figural handles and each retaining collection labels; please note: this item was reportedly found with item(s) in lots 57, 59, 61 and 73

Estimate: $200 - $400

Hammer Price: $2,200

Provenance: The Estate of George "Yorgo" Demetrakopoulos; professor, assistant director of the Medieval Institute and assistant to the dean at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan from 1965-2000; Townsend China

Dimensions: Width: 2 1/2 inches, Length: 11 inches (curved blade (longest))

Condition: Very Good, overall light to moderate wear consistent with material and normal use; curved blade having possible repair to tip; no other major chips or cracks noted; (2) items having chips to outer edge of handle; areas of slight weathering throughout; light dirt / debris accumulation especially in recessed areas

Disclaimers: the sticker affixed to this item was not confirmed by the Museum and is likely spurious; please note: this lot came from a house that had been closed for some time and a musty odor may be present

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Sales Tax: California (7.250%), Florida (6.000%), Georgia (8.500%), Kansas (6.500%), New Jersey (6.625%), New Mexico (5.125%), New York (8.875%), Pennsylvania (6.000%), Washington (10.500%)

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