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2459
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$7,475.00
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GOOD PAIR OF DUTCH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS WITH UTRECHT MARKS AT BREECH, CIRCA 1700.SN NSN. The plain flat brass lockplates of banana form, gooseneck cock of steel, sculpted frizzen, bronze bbls finely cast and chased with moldings and grotesque mask at breech. Pierced openwork sideplate with Phaeton in chariot. Massive bulbous brass buttcaps with grotesque masks. Molded walnut full stocks with acanthus leaf behind breech and teardrop behind sideplate. A classic pair of late 17th or early 18th century Dutch flintlock pistols in the manner of Penterman. PROVENANCE: A Los Angeles attorney. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Overall very good with only minor wear to brass mounts and all small lock parts being original. Stocks are crisp, retaining much original finish. Few if any losses. Long belt hooks are present. Actions are crisp. Ramrods appear to be original. 4-49858 (6,000-12,000) – Lot 2459
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |