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LOT 1559

Fencing Épée with Engraved Brass Basket

20TH CENTURY A.D.

41 3/4 in. (472 grams, 106 cm).

Slender triangular-section blade with scooped quillons, bell guard with engraved foliage ornament, and inner fabric sleeve, turned grip with knop finial. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Property of a Berkshire, UK, gentleman collector.

CONDITION

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LOT 1559

Fencing Épée with Engraved Brass Basket

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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