Bidspirit auction | AN UNUSUAL LARGE CHINESE TROISSE

AN UNUSUAL LARGE CHINESE TROISSE TRAVELING SET, 18TH CEN. - This lot consists of two large knives with carved-bone grip scales, single-edged blades and an elaborate brass scabbard wrapped in green shagreen leather, equipped with two loose suspension rings. This is a rare example of a trousse traveling knife. Late 18th - early 19th cc. L: 15 1/2 in., (39.5 cm.) Condition: The scabbard shows minor scratches. The shagreeleathn er has a few chips.