Bidspirit auction | Antique 19th C German Hirschfanger

Antique 19th C German Hirschfanger Hunting Sword - Antique 19th century German Hirschfanger hunting sword featuring an elaborate hunting-themed design. The shaped grip has a textured stag-horn appearance and is surmounted by a finely modeled wild boar head pommel. The ornate brass-tone guard incorporates animal-head quillons and a decorative shell guard with a raised stag and hunting dog scene, surrounded by scrolling foliate ornament. A hunting horn emblem decorates the grip. The substantial single-edged blade has a gently curved point and retains finely engraved foliate decoration near the ricasso. Accompanied by its fitted black leather scabbard with decorative metal throat and tip mounts, suspension ring and hunting-themed embellishments. A striking example of a traditional German hunting sidearm, combining sporting imagery with elaborate figural metalwork. Antique condition with age-related wear, patina, oxidation and discoloration to the blade, and surface wear and losses to the leather scabbard. Please review photos carefully for condition details. Blade 23 1/2”; 30” overall length.