An Italian cup-hilt rapier, circa 1670
Narrow back-edged blade with a rhombic head. Fullers on both sides, struck with the signature “Johannes Tesche”. The ricasso with double fullers on both sides. Finely openworked iron cup with floral decor (minor losses) and a prominent flange. Extended crossguard with knuckle bow, finger guards riveted to the cup on both sides, the blade between cup and guard retaining traces of the original leather covering. Grip replaced. Flat, grooved pommel. Length 119 cm.
350104
Condition: II -
Narrow back-edged blade with a rhombic head. Fullers on both sides, struck with the signature “Johannes Tesche”. The ricasso with double fullers on both sides. Finely openworked iron cup with floral decor (minor losses) and a prominent flange. Extended crossguard with knuckle bow, finger guards riveted to the cup on both sides, the blade between cup and guard retaining traces of the original leather covering. Grip replaced. Flat, grooved pommel. Length 119 cm.
350104
Condition: II -
