Lot 2696
A Saxon miner's parade axe (barte), 1st half of the 18th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Typically shaped iron blade with trefoil piercing and a double-struck imperial orb mark on one side. The long head surmounted by a cut iron pommel. Riveted asymmetric socket with a small rectangular hammer head at the back. Shaft of ebony(?) with rich inlays of engraved and blackened bone. On the back a depiction of the crucifix, the left arm of the cross lost. Pommel cap of engraved bone with plate of light horn. Length 81 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
