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The Antique Arms Collection of a Californian Gentleman

Friday 14 February 2025 • Sarzana

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A fine flintlock pistol by Louis Lamotte for the oriental market, First half of the 19th Century

Estimate

€ 350 - 700

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Information

St. Etienne
length 50.5 cm.
Smoothbore, two-stage, 16 mm cal. barrel, square at the first part carved with trophies and spirals in bas-relief, then round, with foresight. Tang engraved and partially gilded. Beautiful flintlock signed "Louis Lamotte a St. Etienne" carved with beautiful trophies on a gilded background. Wooden full stock (small missing parts) slightly sculpted with floral motifs. Brass mounts with gilt remains decorated with trophies and floral motifs in bas-relief. Carved iron ramrod. This lot is imported from a non-EU country and incurs additional taxes beyond the auction house commission and the V.A.T. Consequently, the total Buyer’s Premium, inclusive of all taxes, amounts to 35%.

Condition report

To request a Condition Report, please contact info@czernys.com The department will provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that what Finarte declares with respect to the state of conservation of the objects corresponds only to a qualified opinion and that we are not professional conservators or restorers. We urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. We always suggest prospective buyers to inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition during the exhibition days as indicated in the catalog.

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