BRONZE SCEPTER HEAD INLAID WITH GOLD AND SILVER...

Updated September 15, 2026

AND SILVER AND TURQUOISE FROM THE WARRING STATES PERIOD. <br>Height:11cm (4.33in) , Width:23cm (9.06in) , Weight:483g (1.065lb) Warring States Bronze Bird Cane Head Inlaid with Gold, Silver, Turquoise & Glass Cast in bronze, this cane finial takes the shape of a long-necked sacred bird. Its neck is paved with turquoise slabs forming scale patterns outlined by gold wire. Gold and silver filigree carves feather motifs on the head, wings and tail, embellished with red agate and blue glass cabochons. The cylindrical socket below holds the wooden cane, inscribed with gold-inlaid characters and decorated with turquoise and glass inlays. In ancient times, dove-shaped canes were awarded to elders as a symbol of longevity and respect for the elderly. The composite craft of gold-silver inlay and gemstone mosaic marks the pinnacle of Warring States metalworking, reserved for high-ranking nobles.<br><br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation.<br><br> Terms such as "attributed to," "after," "manner of," "circ

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