26th Jun, 2013 10:00

Antique Arms, Armour & Militaria

 
Lot 240
 

240

A GERMAN CARVED STAGHORN POWDER-FLASK

A GERMAN CARVED STAGHORN POWDER-FLASK, LATE 16TH CENTURY AND A WHEEL-LOCK SPANNER the first of bifurcated form, the inner face natural, the outer face carved with God's creation of Eve from Adam (Genesis 2:21-2) within an architectural framework, fitted with steel nozzle with spring cut-off (chipped at the base), belt hook, suspension loops, and two basal caps, one later adapted with a circular cutter; the second formed entirely of steel, with square aperture, and banded grip the first: 23.5cm; 9 1/4in high (2)

Sold for £900


 
A GERMAN CARVED STAGHORN POWDER-FLASK, LATE 16TH CENTURY AND A WHEEL-LOCK SPANNER the first of bifurcated form, the inner face natural, the outer face carved with God's creation of Eve from Adam (Genesis 2:21-2) within an architectural framework, fitted with steel nozzle with spring cut-off (chipped at the base), belt hook, suspension loops, and two basal caps, one later adapted with a circular cutter; the second formed entirely of steel, with square aperture, and banded grip the first: 23.5cm; 9 1/4in high (2)