Lot 4594

A German two-hand sword, circa 1580

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

Hammer price € 4,200

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Description

The sturdy blade with straight cutting edges, widening slightly towards the point. The long ricasso with two sturdy guards. The flat quillons extending into stylised fleur-de-lys motifs, split hooks on the top. Sturdy guard rings on both sides. The quillons and ricasso embellished with blackened incised decoration on both sides. The grip with the original leather cover, minor defects. Sturdy, slightly pitted pommel with eight notches. The metal components somewhat stained. Length 176 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.