The Andrew Newall Collection of Weapons and The Vyvyan Myerson Collection of Cut-Steel and Cutlery

Online-Only Auction, 6 - 18 October 2021

Session One

Sold for

ZAR 11 725
Lot 48
  • A pair of heavy Chinese lacquered wooden clubs, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 11 725
Auction Catalogue

About this Item

A pair of heavy Chinese lacquered wooden clubs, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
each handle deeply carved and lacquered in brown and green with a spiraling dragon amongst clouds chasing a flaming pearl, the overly large club head carved with linework, with Customs wax certificates, 53cm long
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