IMPORTANT P. BONAFINO, BRESCIAN FOWLER.

Cal. 69. 43″ oct to rnd bbl, ca. 1680-1690. This elaborate Italian fowler is a Tour De’ Force in brass inlay and overlay on the iron parts, bbl itself shows brass inlay and chiseled-relief inlay and also the same for the orig flintlock. There is elaborate inlaid and “Cameo-cut” brass in the lock which also carries the cartouche of “BONAFINO”, according to the consignor. The chiseled brass mountings include the buttplate, trigger guard, side plate and rear ramrod pipe are also highly engraved. Burl walnut stock shows a combination of some relief-carving and some incise carving, and the forestock has very fine moldings. This is an exceptionally fine example of Italian gunsmithing at the end of the 17th century and would have obviously been a wealthy gentleman’s piece. PROVENANCE: Ex-collection of John Greenhall, Orlando, FL; Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Stock appears to have its orig varnish, and the wood is intact, except for an added 3″ extension at the forend. There is an approximate 5″ sliver on the left side of stock that is infilled with a dark putty. Missing brass inlay at rear of tang, and also a 1-1/2″ piece of brass inlay on top of the bbl is missing. 4-49806 SDH21 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3480

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Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

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Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3480	$1,725.00	IMPORTANT P. BONAFINO, BRESCIAN FOWLER. Cal. 69. 43″ oct to rnd bbl, ca. 1680-1690. This elaborate Italian fowler is a Tour De’ Force in brass inlay and overlay on the iron parts, bbl itself shows brass inlay and chiseled-relief inlay and also the same for the orig flintlock. There is elaborate inlaid and “Cameo-cut” brass in the lock which also carries the cartouche of “BONAFINO”, according to the consignor. The chiseled brass mountings include the buttplate, trigger guard, side plate and rear ramrod pipe are also highly engraved. Burl walnut stock shows a combination of some relief-carving and some incise carving, and the forestock has very fine moldings. This is an exceptionally fine example of Italian gunsmithing at the end of the 17th century and would have obviously been a wealthy gentleman’s piece. PROVENANCE: Ex-collection of John Greenhall, Orlando, FL; Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Stock appears to have its orig varnish, and the wood is intact, except for an added 3″ extension at the forend. There is an approximate 5″ sliver on the left side of stock that is infilled with a dark putty. Missing brass inlay at rear of tang, and also a 1-1/2″ piece of brass inlay on top of the bbl is missing. 4-49806 SDH21 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3480 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - Fall 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.

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IMPORTANT P. BONAFINO, BRESCIAN FOWLER.