Lot 4466

A Polish officer's heavy lobster-tailed burgonet, mid 17th century

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A108aw | Live auction | 1129 Lots

Hammer price € 4,000

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Description

The bullet-proof skull forged in one piece with two test shots. Divided into eight segments by means of engraved linear ornaments. A brass knob riveted at the crown. The peak tapering to a point with a finely turned edge. Adjustable nasal bar with retaining screw. The number "1" struck on the nasal bar. The attached cheek pieces sliding on one lame with heart-shaped bosses and three openings for hearing. The broad neck guard sliding on five lames with turned edges. Lavishly set with brass-plated, decorative rivets. Remnants of the original leather lining on the inside, the leather liner of the cheek pieces partially renewed. Height 25 cm.

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General Information

The auction starts on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 4001 - 5129. The pre-sale view will take place from May 12 - May 15 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CEST). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.