Gilt Arms, Armor and Weapons

19th century chinese decorative Jian medium sword with a double-edged metal blade and scabbard By: unknown Material: iron, metal, paint, brass, copper, wood, animal skin, zinc Technique: forged, hammered, painted, gilt, carved, metalwork, hand-crafted, hand-painted, hand-carved Dimensions: 3 in x 23 in x 1 in Date: 19th century Style: Qing Place of origin: China This 19th century Chinese Jian sword exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of Qing dynasty decorative weaponry. The double-edged blade, forged from iron, exhibits a quadrangular cross-section and tapers to a sharp point. Its wooden hilt, intricately carved, is complemented by a brass pommel and guard, both featuring delicate chiseled ornamentation. The sheath, a testament to the artisan's skill, is constructed of wood wrapped in animal hide, displaying a distinctive black-and-white spotted pattern that adds texture and visual interest. Brass fittings, including an elaborately decorated chape, two suspension rings, and a locket, secure and embellish the scabbard. While the Jian was a classical Chinese weapon...

A refined katana stand from the late Edo period (circa early to mid-19th century), featuring elegant makie (蒔絵) lacquer decoration in gold and black. Crafted to display a samurai’s c...

19th century Edo-/Meiji period samurai wakizashi short sword and scabbard By: unknown Material: iron, metal, paint, steel, leather, wood, lacquer, metal Technique: forged, hammered,...

A remarkable piece of Japanese history, a fine Wakizashi Samurai short sword scabbard with blade. This exceptional piece, hails from the illustrious end of Edo- beginning of Meiji pe...

Finely cast armorial of the Royal Coat of Arms after Queen Victoria ascended to the thrown, cold painted with gilt and silver gilding. Very fine detailing showing the gold lion and s...

This rare and historic congressional sword was presented to Captain Daniel Hazard in 1820 to commemorate his extraordinary service in the Battle of Lake Champlain on September 11, 18...

This is top quality Swedish made steel. Made in the town Eskilstuna in the late 19th c. The quality is the same as Russian Tula steelworks. They were probably especially ordered for a large hall or an official office. The craftsmanship is extraordinary. It is rare to find this ind of large steel objects. Usually these workshops worked with smaller items as cigar boxes. pocket knives...

This early nineteenth century ceremonial dress sword features a gilt bronze guard with the profile of Louis XVIII flanked by fleur de lys. Presumably owned by a Frenchman sympathetic to the monarchy after the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, the hilt additionally features lions, stars, and palmettes. The grip is faced with mother of pearl. In the early 19th century, swords like these were only ever worn by noblemen or gentlemen, and typically for stately events or High Society functions. Typical of a ceremonial small sword worn by gentlemen of the period, the blade, which measures 31 inches in length, takes on a triangular shape if looked at from above. This shape denotes its practical function if ever used, as a dueling sword...

Grand tour model of a Roman breast plate, museum mounted Realistically cast and modeled after the original, fine cast and gilt metal with 8 point stars, ...

19th century gilt and silvered Victorian museum reproduction of king Henry II of France embossed burgonet helmet. Helmet skull of typical form. The entir...

From our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels A Fine Japanese hard to find antique Samurai Spear Yari crafted in rich black makie lacquer with prolifi...

From our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels A Fine Japanese hard to find antique Samurai Spear Yari crafted in rich black makie lacquer with prolific ...