Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Lange-de-boeuf, Europe, c. 16th century, long triangular blade with rudimentary median ridge, forge-welded socket with base ring mounted on an octagonal fruitwood pole with iron ring collar on base, overall lg. 66 1/4 in.
Provenance: Collection of George Snook, M.D.
Estimate $700-900
Pole has worm holes near the base, blade pitted.
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Keywords
George SnookChristopher D. Fox
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