Lot 49
  • 49

A FRENCH CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD CIRCA 1850

Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description

  • overall 110cm., blade 92cm.
single fullered curved blade engraved Manufre Natle de Klingenthal Coulaux aine & Cie, four bar basket guard and black horn grip with brass twisted wire binding

Provenance

Sale, Hanover, Sotheby's, 13 october 2005, lot 3818

Condition

Blade in excellent condition with very minor black marks and tarnish. Guard and grip with chips and scratches, slightly tarnished, over all good condition. Grip and grip wire in good condition. Metal scabbard with some black marks and tarnish. Overall good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Oval brass inventory tag, number 128