Lot 6396

A heavy Italian cup-hilted rapier, mid-17th century

Antique Arms and Armour from all over the world | A102aw | Live auction | 458 Lots

Description

The sturdy, double-edged blade of flattened diamond section with a flattened medial ridge. The long ricasso with triple fullers on both sides, struck with the manufacturer's marks "MATEUO DIO CLAUDIO..." and "MATTI DIOS CLAUDIO RANCINI". The blade pitted in parts, with notches here and there. Sturdy cup hilt, the knuckle bow forged as one piece. Entirely covered in delicate, openwork floral and tendril ornaments. The straight, extended quillons with spirally fluted decoration. The fluted grip with iron wire winding and iron Turk's heads. Circular pommel with chiselled scales. Length 120 cm.

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.