Lot 2933
A Victorian cup-hilt-rapier, in the style of 1600
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Original double-edged thrusting blade circa 1580 with a pronounced ricasso. Narrow fuller running to the point on both sides, triple-fullered and pierced in the upper third. Remains of bluing and gilding, inscribed “ANTONIO PICHINIO” in the fuller. Iron guard with straight, widely extended crossguard and a deep, finely pierced bell-guard. Grip with iron wire wrap, pear-shaped pommel with cut floral decor. Remains of socket with gilt bronze. Length 106.5 cm.Provenance: Ehemals Sammlung Walther Bremer in Krefeld.
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