Lot 256
Superb Quality, Gold-Damascened Small Sword, France, circa 1740–1760.
Estimate
EUR 1500.00 - 2000.00Starting Bid
EUR 1500.00Lot 349
A flintlock pistol lighter, France, 18th century.
Estimate: EUR 800.00 - 1000.00
Starting Bid: EUR 800.00
Item details
Description
A flintlock pistol lighter, France, 18th century. The lighter is made of steel and features a mount on the bottom for attaching to a stick (for example, for lighting candles on candelabras) and a trigger. Pulling the trigger back and squeezing the hammer creates a spark that ignites straw or other flammable material placed inside the lighter through a hinged door on the left. The maker's name, "DESCO LEYE," is inscribed in engraved on the door. Good condition. Length 16 cm, height 10 cm.
Provenance: Collection Noisiez
Condition
Good condition.
Dimensions
Height 16 cm / 6.3 in