Lot 1294

A German two-hand sword, circa 1600

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A106aw | Live auction | 581 Lots

Hammer price € 6,500

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Description

The sturdy blade with straight cutting edges, widening slightly towards the point. The long ricasso with two sturdy guards. Both ends of the flat quillons extending into decorative spirals, a spiral forge-welded on the side of each. Oval guard rings with inset fleur-de-lys motifs on both sides. Original, leather-covered, spiral grip. Remnants of the original lanyard. Double tapered pommel with six grooves. Length 177 cm.

Provenance: Lot 1128 – sold on 12/13 September 2013, Galerie Fischer, Lucerne.

Condition: II Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Tuesday, Nov 4, 2025 at 10 am (CET). Lot no. 1001 - 1582. The pre-sale view will take place from Oct 27 - to Oct 31 2025 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.