A heavy French war hammer, circa 1500
An original 15th century hammer-head mounted on a reconstructed wooden shaft. Side straps and short spike, designed according to the war hammer as shown in the painting "The Battle of San Romano" by Paolo Uccello, circa 1435-60.
Provenance: Hermann Historica, auction 43, lot 1344.
Condition: II
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An original 15th century hammer-head mounted on a reconstructed wooden shaft. Side straps and short spike, designed according to the war hammer as shown in the painting "The Battle of San Romano" by Paolo Uccello, circa 1435-60.
Provenance: Hermann Historica, auction 43, lot 1344.
Condition: II