Lot 1017 ♣ - A188 Decorative Arts - Thursday, 28. March 2019, 01.30 PM
A WHEELLOCK RIFLE,
known as a "Teschinke", German/Bohemian, last quarter of the 17th century.
Wood stock with rich bone inlays of game hunting scenes and stylised tendrils as well as mother-of-pearl medallions. Octagonal barrel (barrel length 88 cm, calibre 15 mm). Broken barrel tang. Finger trigger guard. Wheel lock with external mechanism and wheel. Ramrod. Ramrod guides supplemented. Minor losses.
L 116 cm.
This object contains material of endangered species and is subject to certain trade restrictions. Prospective buyers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import it into another country.
Provenance: Swiss private collection.
CHF 8 000 / 14 000 | (€ 8 250 / 14 430)
Sold for CHF 13 100 (including buyer’s premium)
All information is subject to change.