Videos tagged with Asian Arms

This video from the Royal Armouries features Scot Hurst, Curator of Asian & African Collections, discussing an elaborate Jian sword from the early Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The Jian, a straight, double-edged sword, had largely been replaced by the Dao for military use by this era but remained a prized status weapon for ceremony and rank. The sword's intricate metalwork is compared to other objects from the Ming court, suggesting it may have been a gift to a Tibetan monastery, with a pattern-welded blade possibly of Tibetan origin added later. The video explores the sword's history, craftsmanship, and potential ownership.

This video offers a visual tour of the Oriental Gallery located at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds. It showcases a collection of historical artifacts and weaponry with an emphasis on items from Oriental regions. The tour provides viewers with an opportunity to explore the diverse range of exhibits housed within this specific gallery of the renowned museum.