Lot 143

A pair of percussion pistols, Anton Vinzent Lebeda, Prague, circa 1850

Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A78s | Live auction | 627 Lots

Hammer price € 5,000

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Description

Grooved octagonal barrels in 13 mm calibre, the upper sides signed "K.K. Ausschl. Privil. A.V. Lebeda in Prag", the bases of the barrels cut and with silver band inlays, sturdy, engraved and numbered tangs with adjustable rear sights. Finely engraved percussion locks, set triggers. Half stocks with iron furniture engraved en suite and vacant, silver escutcheons. Length of each 37 cm. In a case (later) lined with green felt, covered on the outside with gold-embossed leather, partly restored, replaced and with flaws, richly appointed with accessories such as powder flask, screwdriver, bullet mould. Dimensions 45 x 27 x 6.5 cm.
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Our auction "Fine Antique and Modern Firearms from 5 centuries" includes 628 lots. The descriptions are in German, with English translations of objects above a certain threshold. The printed catalogue has approx. 300 pages on high-gloss paper in the format 21x21 cm. In our high-quality thread-bound catalogue with hardback (wipeable), all lots are illustrated in color.