SABER OF THE GENDARMES OF THE KING'S MILITARY HOUSE, model 1814, Restoration. 26340
Guard in gilded and chiseled bronze. Mount with three branches forming a shell cast in relief of a coat of arms with three fleurs-de-lis surmounted by the royal crown and framed by an oak branch and a laurel branch, all surmounting the sparkling spindle of Jupiter. Long-tailed cap molded in relief with foliage scrolls and corollas. Wooden handle covered with copper filigree calfskin. Straight blade with gutters, length 92.5 cm, width at the heel 3 cm, thickness 1 cm, engraved and gilded on its first third with military trophies, floral decorations and laurel wreaths. At its base, a cartridge is signed "S & K" by the supplier. Natural leather tie. Straight steel scabbard, without bail bracelets, steel eyebolts and bail rings, gilded brass coping engraved with foliage.
France.
Restoration.
Very good state.
Reference :
26340