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PARADE SWORD
Probably France, 17th to 19th century. The pommel and cross guard are based on designs by the Zurich goldsmith Hans Peter Oeri (1637–1692).
Gilt brass hilt, grip pommel in the shape of a lion's head. Curved cross guard, the ends with curled leaves and lions resting on them. Two cross guards decorated with leaves and two dog heads. Grip with wire wrapping. Hexagonal blade, Germany, 18th century, with two partially pierced gilt hollow grinds. Blacksmith's mark.
L 90 cm.
Provenance:
Blade and handle, probably combined in the 19th century.
For comparisons regarding the design of the handle, see Lanz/Meier/Senn. Exhibition catalog: Baroque Luxury. The Work of Zurich Goldsmith Hans Peter Oeri 1637–1692. Zurich, 1988, p. 119.
For comparisons regarding the design of the handle, see Lanz/Meier/Senn. Exhibition catalog: Baroque Luxury. The Work of Zurich Goldsmith Hans Peter Oeri 1637–1692. Zurich, 1988, p. 119.
Conditionreport:
- Gilding heavily rubbed<br>- Blade with traces of corrosion CHF 1 000 / 1 500 | (€ 1 030 / 1 550)
Venduto per CHF 6 750 (incl. premio)