SABER of Infantry officers, model 1821

France

nineteenth century

Steel, brass, leather, shagreen

Long. total: 87; Long. blade: 73.3 cm

Gilded brass frame. Cap with bead and dome-button rivet.

Short tail bordered with bay leaves.

Handle covered with shagreen, filigree with brass wire.

Arched joint arch, with a central ring chiseled with a flower and stylized leaves.

Secondary branch.

Oval tray, finished with a flower and small leaves.

Curved quillon.

Hollow edge blade with remains of engravings.

Leather scabbard with two brass fittings, two bail rings.

Ref. : 3820

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