A sabre for officers,of the hussars,South German,mid-18th century. Curved blade à la Montmorency,inscribed "GF" on both sides above a depiction of a hussar and trophies of war. Brass knuckle-bow hilt with long crosspiece,the grip cap shaped as a lion's head. Leather scabbard with brass fittings,reinforcement straps supplemented(?). Blade slightly spotted. Length 99 cm. Provenance: Karl Moser Collection,historic,historical,18th century,thrusting,thrustings,hand weapon,hand weapons,melee weapon,melee weapons,handheld,blade,blades,weapon,arms,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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