A57/936
SHORT SWORD FOR CADETS
France, around 1820 Short sword for cadets of military school in style of „École de Mars“. Double-edged blade of rhombic section. Guard made of cast bronze, decorated with ornaments in classicist style. Handle and pommel cast in one piece. Length of blade 48 cm. Total length 64 cm. Condition B/C. Loose guard and handle. Condition B/C.