Jian Sword Buddha

JoeCanada42 · 18th April 2021, 04:16 PM

I did research Jian swords on this forum, and I did look at many modern replicas/creations. I figured my sword was prolly circa 1900, and given its unique handle I figured it wasn't intended for the colonial tourists and might be of good quality. for the original price I payed it didn't matter if it was just an old wall hanger. the second time I bough it it was more a issue of personal satisfaction. I though It would easily prove to be old... . the thought of it being bogus is a bit disappointing. I still think the reason it was made may be for personal use ,not sale, Maybe a Tai chi practitioner who liked buddha.
I have an affinity for the buddha . Its hanging on my wall like a good luck talisman. maybe that was its purpose seems like that's why some of them were made.
I did research Theravada Buddhism briefly and I Find it more appealing then Mahayana . But I did spend more time and had more fun researching Manjushri a bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, He is depicted with a sword and a book. he is a primary interlocutor with Buddha.

how about the blade of my sword? looks like its got a good distal taper, and everything else looks good to me.

JoeCanada42 · 18th April 2021, 04:29 PM

I found this Jian awhile ago and wanted to share the images, as I was previously talking about the Jian bird and the sword.

JoeCanada42 · 18th April 2021, 04:45 PM

also concerning the Jian bird and the sword I wanted to share this

Philip · 18th April 2021, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeCanada42

also concerning the Jian bird and the sword I wanted to share this

Hi, Joe

Thanks much for sharing additional pics. The one in the scabbard, shown diagonally with a karabela pommel below, has features that point to it being a bona fide antique, probably late 19th to dawn of 20th cent. To be confirmed with an overall view and more details if you're interested in discussing it more. The one in the detail shots of blade décor appears to be post-1949, based on the style of inlays, and from what I can see of the guard. I saw brand-new swords with exactly the same workmanship and design for sale in China during a visit back in the late 1970s, and they were sold as martial arts equipment and not represented as antiques.

In the final analysis, if you see a sword for sale and it fits within the parameters of your interest in the subject (whether it be as a martial artist, or an interest in spirituality, or in historical objects as a record of art history and traditional technology), go ahead and enjoy! Individual preferences vary. No harm done, so long as you have an idea of what things are valued at, and are not the victim of a seller's deception.

JoeCanada42 · 19th April 2021, 12:55 AM

Thank you Philip for the support and for looking at my sword,
and thanks everyone else as well

I have found a similar pommeled Jian with some differences and a different blade.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixE4Qk_evrc

at about 2:05

Licorne Blanche Kung fu School ?????

I guess this means my sword is not as old or unique as I Hoped.

The video does leave me with a few questions...

JoeCanada42 · 19th April 2021, 01:00 AM

the sword with the karabela hilt comparison, I found it online, and I only used when discussing some research on the symbol that often appears on the Jian.

the Sword with the engravings on the blade I saw sell on eBay for a considerable amount more. and I would have guessed was an old one...

JoeCanada42 · 19th April 2021, 01:07 AM

concerning the YouTube video and my sword.

3 - Epée de Maître de Kung fu Bouddhiste, tête du bouddha Sâkyamuni "Le bouddha voit tout". Fourreau (étui) en bois et peau de requin naturel verni, "galuchat à petits grains", épée du Sud de la Chine. Lame rigide. Lame droite, à doubles tranchants avec les sept points en laiton incrusté, les sept étoiles "Qi Xing Jian".
C´est une épée rare, Chinoise, qui était utilisée par les pratiquants de Kung-Fu Bouddhiste et adeptes du mouvement spirituel Taoïste.

Authentic Chinese weapons from the 18th century and reproductions from originals.
Private collection.

18th April 2021, 04:29 PM	#2
JoeCanada42 Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 259	I found this Jian awhile ago and wanted to share the images, as I was previously talking about the Jian bird and the sword. Attached Images

18th April 2021, 04:45 PM	#3
JoeCanada42 Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 259	also concerning the Jian bird and the sword I wanted to share this Attached Images

19th April 2021, 01:00 AM	#6
JoeCanada42 Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 259	the sword with the karabela hilt comparison, I found it online, and I only used when discussing some research on the symbol that often appears on the Jian. the Sword with the engravings on the blade I saw sell on eBay for a considerable amount more. and I would have guessed was an old one... Attached Images

18th April 2021, 04:16 PM	#1
JoeCanada42 Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 259	I did research Jian swords on this forum, and I did look at many modern replicas/creations. I figured my sword was prolly circa 1900, and given its unique handle I figured it wasn't intended for the colonial tourists and might be of good quality. for the original price I payed it didn't matter if it was just an old wall hanger. the second time I bough it it was more a issue of personal satisfaction. I though It would easily prove to be old... . the thought of it being bogus is a bit disappointing. I still think the reason it was made may be for personal use ,not sale, Maybe a Tai chi practitioner who liked buddha. I have an affinity for the buddha . Its hanging on my wall like a good luck talisman. maybe that was its purpose seems like that's why some of them were made. I did research Theravada Buddhism briefly and I Find it more appealing then Mahayana . But I did spend more time and had more fun researching Manjushri a bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, He is depicted with a sword and a book. he is a primary interlocutor with Buddha. how about the blade of my sword? looks like its got a good distal taper, and everything else looks good to me.

19th April 2021, 12:55 AM	#5
JoeCanada42 Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 259	Thank you Philip for the support and for looking at my sword, and thanks everyone else as well I have found a similar pommeled Jian with some differences and a different blade. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixE4Qk_evrc at about 2:05 Licorne Blanche Kung fu School ????? I guess this means my sword is not as old or unique as I Hoped. The video does leave me with a few questions...

19th April 2021, 01:07 AM	#7
JoeCanada42 Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 259	concerning the YouTube video and my sword. 3 - Epée de Maître de Kung fu Bouddhiste, tête du bouddha Sâkyamuni "Le bouddha voit tout". Fourreau (étui) en bois et peau de requin naturel verni, "galuchat à petits grains", épée du Sud de la Chine. Lame rigide. Lame droite, à doubles tranchants avec les sept points en laiton incrusté, les sept étoiles "Qi Xing Jian". C´est une épée rare, Chinoise, qui était utilisée par les pratiquants de Kung-Fu Bouddhiste et adeptes du mouvement spirituel Taoïste. Authentic Chinese weapons from the 18th century and reproductions from originals. Private collection.