German Cruciform Rapier

[Jack Loomes]

Germany 17th Century

Straight, double-edged blade of hexagonal section, grooved at the first part featuring an unclear inscription; beautiful, richly pierced hilt, chiselled with knots and garlands with thin grooves, the grip en suite with engraved moor's heads.

Elegant sword, the hilt reminiscent of the works of the artist Gottfiried Leygebe from Berlin (1630-1683).

Length 109 cm

Estimated price: 4000.00€ | 5000.00 € February 2015

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