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I'd love more info on this fascinating dha/daab/dao sword. As a lover of cross cultural pieces, this strikes me as having both Burmese and Chinese influences, so I am suggesting it is Yunnan, but am open to other thoughts and input.
The silver work on the scabbard has both Chinese and Burmese influence. Note the fine filigree work on the fittings, and of course the dragon motif. The flowers appear to be set turquoise and corals(?). The tassel is original to the piece. The blade is rather plain, showing some low contrast layering and a clear tempered edge. When I first saw it I thought it could not be very old, but the silver was heavily and deeply patinated(see the fittings), and the faceted hilt and blade clearly show their age. Perhaps this is late 19th century to very early 20th century work? Thanks for any thoughts. |
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A very nice sword Charles.
Certainly looks like coral and turquoise. Is there possibly a Tibetan influence as these are very popular there ? Or are they common in Yunnan as well ? The hilt is an usual shape, not had one like that. Is it ivory ? Regards Roy |
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Outstanding dha! Congrats Charles.
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INCREDIBLE WORK!
![]() The precision of the coral and turquoise is difficult work. Beautiful piece - never seen its like before. Looks like to me there is some patina where the silver and the ivory meet, which if true, suggests to me that the silver work has been there a long time. Would love to examine this in person! |
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Thanks Detlef, Funny thing is that ha was once mine and I sold it like a fool, but I believe the one you have shown us is much later than the one here. |
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Regards, Detlef |
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Oh yes...apologies if I offended you...it is DEFINITELY a great comparison. The silver work looks like it could have been done by the same smith. |
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I am grateful that you decided to part with it all those years ago. ![]() The two dha are indeed similar and the silver work is very similar to some of the Shan style but with a distinctly Chinese flavor. The scalloped chape and toe pieces in particular show a strong Chinese influence. It is quite possible that this is another Husa dha, and it is perhaps relevant that the Husa swords are found to the north, in Assam and up to the Tibet border. I particularly like the solid silver work on your new one and the ivory handle is well sculpted. Definitely a work of distinction. Ian. |
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