English & Continental Furniture, Barometers, Clocks, Weapons & Works of Art - 4th September 2007

Lot 440

A mid 17th century mortuary sword

Estimate £500 - £700 | Hammer £1600

+ Buyers Premium

Description

A mid 17th century mortuary sword, with a double fullered back edge blade, the steel hilt with scroll sidebars and a chiselled and pierced base of figures and foliage, 36.5in (92.5cm) l.