Weapon And Armament Collection

Knife handle, Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-221 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Knife handle, Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-221 BCE

Scabbard ornament, Zhou dynasty, 1050-221 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Scabbard ornament, Zhou dynasty, 1050-221 BCE

Bow hold (fu), Shang dynasty, ca. 1600-1050 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bow hold (fu), Shang dynasty, ca. 1600-1050 BCE

Knife (dao), Shang dynasty, ca. 14th-13th century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Knife (dao), Shang dynasty, ca. 14th-13th century BCE

Socketed axehead (fu) with figures, Possibly Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-770 BCE

Scabbard ornament: slide, Western Han dynasty, 206 BCE-9 CE. Creator: Unknown
Scabbard ornament: slide, Western Han dynasty, 206 BCE-9 CE

Sword fitting, Western Han dynasty, 206-9 B. C. E. Creator: Unknown
Sword fitting, Western Han dynasty, 206-9 B.C.E

Blade (fragment), Shang or Western Zhou dynasty, 1600-771 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Blade (fragment), Shang or Western Zhou dynasty, 1600-771 BCE

Dagger-axe (ge), Late Shang dynasty to Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 11th-8th century BCE

Knife blade, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 1300-1200 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Knife blade, Late Shang dynasty, ca. 1300-1200 BCE

Dagger-axe (ge), Late Shang dynasty, ca. 12th-11th century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Dagger-axe (ge), Late Shang dynasty, ca. 12th-11th century BCE

Dagger, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE. Creator: Unknown
Dagger, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

Sword hilt with ring pommel in the form of a dragon, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

Spearhead in the form of a bird head, Eastern Zhou to Han dynasty, possibly 5th century BCE

Sword handle, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 475-221 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Sword handle, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 475-221 BCE

Crossbow fitting, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 770-221 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Crossbow fitting, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 770-221 BCE

Spearhead (maotou), Eastern Zhou dynasty, 770-221 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Spearhead (maotou), Eastern Zhou dynasty, 770-221 BCE

Fragment, possibly arrowhead, Eastern Zhou to Western Han dynasty, 770 BCE-9 CE

Dagger-axe (ge), Eastern Zhou to Western Han dynasty, 770 BCE-9 CE. Creator: Unknown
Dagger-axe (ge), Eastern Zhou to Western Han dynasty, 770 BCE-9 CE

Sword fitting: Ornament, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE. Creator: Unknown
Sword fitting: Ornament, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

Fitting for a spear (shu), Eastern Zhou dynasty, 5th century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Fitting for a spear (shu), Eastern Zhou dynasty, 5th century BCE

Helmet, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE. Creator: Unknown
Helmet, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

Sword fitting: scabbard ornament; flattened bell shape, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 4th-3rd century BCE

Scabbard ornament: chape, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 475-221 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Scabbard ornament: chape, Eastern Zhou dynasty, 475-221 BCE

Trigger for a cross-bow lock (nu chi), Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE. Creator: Unknown
Trigger for a cross-bow lock (nu chi), Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

Spear guard with dragon, tiger, turtle and bird design, Han dynasty, 206 BCE-220 CE

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"Unveiling the Ancient Art of Weapon and Armament: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of ancient weaponry with these remarkable artifacts. Each piece tells a story, revealing the ingenuity and craftsmanship of civilizations long gone. The Knife handle from the Zhou dynasty, dating back to ca. 1050-221 BCE, showcases intricate designs that reflect the artistic prowess of its unknown creator. Its elegant curves and delicate engravings transport us to an era where every detail mattered. Accompanying it is a Scabbard ornament also from the Zhou dynasty. Crafted by an anonymous artisan, this ornate piece adds a touch of grandeur to any blade it adorns. It serves as a testament to both functionality and aesthetics during this period. Moving further back in time, we encounter a Bow hold (fu) from the Shang dynasty (ca. 1600-1050 BCE). This artifact demonstrates how archery played an essential role in warfare during those times. The unknown artist skillfully crafted a grip that ensured precision and control for its wielder. A Knife (dao) from the same era reveals another facet of ancient armament technology. With its sharp edge and sturdy construction, this weapon exemplifies practicality combined with lethal efficiency. The Socketed axehead (fu), possibly from Western Zhou dynasty (ca. 1050-770 BCE), stands out with its unique figures carved onto its surface—a testament to cultural symbolism intertwined with martial tools throughout history. Delving deeper into antiquity brings us face-to-face with a Scabbard ornament slide from Western Han dynasty (206 BCE-9 CE). This small yet exquisite adornment speaks volumes about Chinese artistry at that time—elevating even mundane objects like scabbards into works of art. Another relic hailing from Western Han dynasty is a Sword fitting dating back to 206-9 B. C. E.