Lot 2847
A fine French small-sword with chiselled portrait busts of the kings of France, circa 1730
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots
Description
Slender thrusting blade of triangular section. Iron guard with outstanding chiselled and finely polished decor on a chiselled, gold-inlaid ground. On the outside of the guard plate, antique-style portraits of Ludwig XIV and his first wife Maria Theresia of Spain amidst trophy bundles. On the inside, portraits of his parents Ludwig XIII and Anna of Austria. Further portrait heads of earlier rulers of France on the guard and pommel. Grip with original silver wire winding and Turk's heads. Length 96 cm.351594
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