Lot 2640
A German late landsknecht halberd, circa 1520
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Massive, quadrangular thrusting spike. Strong, slightly angled axe blade decorated with pierced roundels. Opposing ripping hook with blacksmith's mark on both sides. Continuous, lightly cut decor. Angular socket transitioning into two, initially wide and further into long, wavy side straps. Wide area with notch decor on the edges. Original, octagonal ash haft. Length 232.5 cm.Provenance: From a Vienna private collection.
Condition: II + Questions about the lot?