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7 juillet 2026

Gold Filigree Double Scabbard with Lapis Lazuli Knife Handles, Tang period, 7th century

Gold Filigree Double Scabbard with Lapis Lazuli Knife Handles, Tang period, 7th century. Length of lapis lazuli handles: 4.2cm and 7.2cm; Length of gold filigree: 9.4cm and 10.4cm. POR © Eskenazi Ltd 

 

This extremely delicate knife set would most probably once have belonged to a lady of high rank. The delicate gold chain, by which it would have been attached to the wearers belt, has not been un-knotted since the Tang period.

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