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2847 - A fine French smallsword with chiseled portrait busts of the kings of France, circa 1730
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A fine French smallsword with chiseled portrait busts of the kings of France, circa 1730 Slender triangular blade. Iron hilt with superbly cut and finely polished decoration on a chiseled, gold-backed ground. On the outside of the blade are antique-style portraits of Louis XIV and his first wife, Maria Theresa of Spain, flanked by bundles of trophies. On the inside are portraits of his parents, Louis XIII and Anne of Austria. The hilt and pommel feature additional portrait heads of earlier rulers of France. Hilt with original silver wire wrapping and Turkish knots. Length 96 cm. Condition: I–II
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Armor, Edged Weapons, and Antique Firearms - IIAuction house
Hermann Historica +49 8 95 47 26 490 contact@hermann-historica.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.