Lot 6679
A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, circa 1830
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Elegantly curved blade (darkened, slightly stained, rubbed) with a rounded back, fuller on both sides and double-edged pandour point, both sides lavishly and finely etched with scrollwork and trophies, including the Hamburg coat of arms. Lavish relief-decorated brass knuckle-bow hilt (remnants of gilding) with lion's head pommel, fishskin grip (minor losses near the pommel), triple wire winding. Brass scabbard (dents) with two movable suspension rings and openwork drag. Attached red and silver portepee (later added, the interwoven strands in the leather strap are incomplete). Slightly damaged in places, signs of age. Length 97 cm. Rare and impressive.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
