Lot 2945
A hunting sabre, Paris, 18th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Wide, slightly curved single-edged blade with a double-edged head. The spine etched near the base with a somewhat indistinct signature “... fourbißseur au Roy de frances et à la tete noire ... a Paris...”. Upper half of the blade with etched decoration, in part with orientalising pseudo-inscription. Surface pitted. Sturdy, downward-curved crossguard with twisted ends. Slightly tapered hilt with pierced iron ferrule and iron grip strap. Ebony scales with carved chevron motif, three decorative iron rivets on each side. Stepped peen pommel. Length 78 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?