366 - Antique European Sword 18th Cent. European Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown Marking(s); notes: Blade engraved with banner inscription “Homo homini…”; European, smallsword or court sword style Materials: steel, wire Cataloger Note: European civilian small sword featuring a long, narrow thrusting blade with reinforced hexagonal or flattened forte. The blade is extensively engraved with floral vines, scrolling ornament, decorative borders, and a Latin banner inscription reading “Homo homini…,” referencing the proverb “Homo homini lupus est.” The hilt incorporates a double-shell guard, slender knuckle bow, wire-wrapped grip, and faceted urn-form pommel designed to counterbalance the blade. L. 35" / handle: 6" x 0.75"

Antique European Sword 18th Cent. European Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown Marking(s); notes: Blade engraved with banner inscription “Homo homini…”; European, smallsword or court sword style Materials: steel, wire Cataloger Note: European civilian small sword featuring a long, narrow thrusting blade with reinforced hexagonal or flattened forte. The blade is extensively engraved with floral vines, scrolling ornament, decorative borders, and a Latin banner inscription reading “Homo homini…,” referencing the proverb “Homo homini lupus est.” The hilt incorporates a double-shell guard, slender knuckle bow, wire-wrapped grip, and faceted urn-form pommel designed to counterbalance the blade. L. 35" / handle: 6" x 0.75" Condition: Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com