Lot 294
German Hunting Trousse. An impressive German Hunting Trousse in the style of the 17th century, circa late 18th-early 19th century. The hilt of cast and chiseled iron comprises a grip and pommel in the form of a helmeted warrior about to draw a sword standing atop a coiled snake/serpant formong thr guaed. The double edge flutted and pierced blade is of exceptional quality. The original repose and embossed/chiseled steel scabbard is entirely decorated in classical mythological serpants and grotesque masks, and an unidentified heraldic crest flanked by a warrior in full armor. The reverse side of the scabbard is acid etched in scrill patterns and foliage. At the sides of the dagger are a knife and fork, the handles of cast and chiseled iron in the form of perched eagles. The leather washers have rotted away as well as the inner sleeves of each implement. Overall, a very pleasing example in very good condition and almost impossible to replace.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 2,500.
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| Realized $1,035 |
