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DE BAECQUE et Associés - Lyon

65 - Pocket knife Made of horn and wrought iron. The handle, made…
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Estimate €100 - €150
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Description
Pocket knife Made of horn and wrought iron. The handle, made entirely of horn and curved, is finished very simply with a small, flattened shell. The blade is engraved with a pattern of solid lines, wavy lines and small flowers rendered in dotted lines. Bears the date: ‘1718’. The blade release catch is shaped like a bird’s beak. When closed, the knife resembles a brooding bird. Early 18th century Length when folded: 13.3 cm Signs of wear on the horn
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About the sale PIERRE HÉNIN COLLECTION - FIRST SALE - I
Auction location
Auction time 09/10/2026 at 2:30 PM
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