Lot 2821

An Italian cup-hilt rapier, circa 1670

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots

Starting Price € 1,600

Countdown for bids : 10 days and 3 hours left

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Description

Narrow back-edged blade with a rhombic head. Fullers on both sides, struck with the signature “Johannes Tesche”. The ricasso with double fullers on both sides. Finely openworked iron cup with floral decor (minor losses) and a prominent flange. Extended crossguard with knuckle bow, finger guards riveted to the cup on both sides, the blade between cup and guard retaining traces of the original leather covering. Grip replaced. Flat, grooved pommel. Length 119 cm.
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Condition: II - Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 2:30 pm (CET), start subject to the timing of the preceding auction, with Lot no. 2001 - 2505 and continues on Wednesday 18, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 2506 - 1369.The pre-sale view will take place from November 9 - November 13, 2026 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.