A pu-dao Strong, slightly curved, single-edged blade, China, 19th Century. Photo Czerny's - Sarzana

double groove near the back, at the base a big brass ring-nut decorated with relieved dragon head; flat, lobed quillon with remains of engraving, thicker at the border; interesting and long grip covered by three long, brass ring-nuts engraved with dragons among clouds; big bud-shaped pommel. dimensions: length 111 cm. Lot 558. Estimation : 400 / 500 €

Czerny's - Sarzana, Italy. Dimanche 3 juin 2012. Teatro Impavidi. Tel. +39 0187 691376.