Lot 6268

A bullet-proof round shield (rondache), Nuremberg, circa 1600

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Description

Distinctly domed, circular shield with visible hammer marks and a small boss riveted in the centre. The rivets used to fasten the shield grips in the shape of brass female heads in half relief (one has been lost). A row of lining rivets with brass rosettes in the shape of petals along the foil-curved edge (slightly compressed at one point). Remnants of the tassel border on the inner surface, the lining and shield grips have not survived. Diameter 58.5 cm, weight 7.63 kg.

Condition: II - Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 at 10 am (CET). Lot no. 6001 - 6459. The pre-sale view will take place from Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2024 as well as Nov 15-16 and Nov 18, 2024 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.