A magnificent hunting hanger German/French, late 19th century. Straight, double-edged blade with double fullers, the base of the blade with French maker's inscription. Cast and engraved hilt of silver-plated brass in the shape of an ancient hero, clad in a lion's skin, sword in hand and standing on a winged dragon. Leather-covered scabbard, the mounts decorated en suite with motifs from Greek mythology set between architectural and floral ornaments. The back of the locket inscribed with the maker's signature "L. Meissner". Slightly rubbed silver , Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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Size: 1923px × 5532px
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License: Licensed
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Keywords: 19th, century, double-edged, french, german, hanger, hunting, late, magnificent, straight
