Fine European &American Arms Armor Collection
Lot 1229:
Outstanding 17th C. Italian Nobleman’s Swept-hilt Rapier by ”FEDERICO PICININO” Actually Better than Identical One in Solingen Museum. With Exceptional Chiseled Steel Hilt of Extremely Rare & Seldom Encountered Pattern, Awesome Huge Egg Pommel Fluted & Chiseled En Suit. Very Sturdy Strong Blade with Distinctive Maker Marks to Ricasso & Wonderful Motto ”UN BEL MORIR TUTTA LA VITA” (A BEAUTIFUL DEATH HONOURS ALL LIFE). Reverse with ”PICCININO ME FECIT”. A Museum Quality Early Example Overall, Worthy of Most Any Advanced Collection. Total length (inside scabbard if present) : 47 3/8", Blade length : 40 1/2". DEAR BIDDERS, Please View More Detailed Close-Up Images by visiting our website – Sofedesignauctions.com ~ Thank you ! Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]
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