Lot 330
  • 330

a moghul jade-hilted dagger (khanjar) north india

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • a moghul jade-hilted dagger (khanjar)
  • Length: 14 9/16 in (37 cm)
Steel blade, hilt of green stone with baluster-form grip, scroll quillons and bifurcated pommel worked in low relief with floral decoration.

Condition

The double-sided blade tarnished and pitted. The jade with some fritting at the hilt and worn with handling. The colour is considerably more celadon than the catalogue illustration with fissures of a yellow color in places visible in the photograph.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.