Exceptional Gilt And Engraved Cabinet Piece, Signed “beringer Patented In Paris”, Original Box

A superb mid-19th-century cabinet piece of remarkable presence, entirely covered in gilt and exquisitely engraved ornamental decoration, preserved in its original leather-lined case with a blue velvet interior. The surface is enlivened by a continuous decoration of finely chiseled scrolls and floral motifs, extending across the entire hilt with a regularity and decorative richness characteristic of Second Empire luxury pieces. The gilt, particularly well preserved, offers a warm and deep gleam, highlighting the relief of the decoration and giving the piece a sculptural presence. The barrel bears the inscription "Beringer brevet à Paris," referring to Béatus Béringer, a Parisian gunsmith active from the 1830s onward, a contemporary of Casimir Lefaucheux. This inscription places the object within the context of the first technical innovations of the 19th century, while also contributing to its high-end positioning intended for a wealthy clientele. Its generous size (30 cm) enhances the quality of Thanks to its execution and the preservation of its original case, this piece far surpasses its initial function to become a true display object, halfway between decorative art and a technical curiosity. It naturally finds its place in: • a cabinet of curiosities • a collector's library • a classic or contemporary interior seeking a striking piece. Assessment: A rare object in this state of preservation, combining: • original gilding still largely intact • fine, unaltered engraving • a legible and historically interesting inscription • a perfectly fitted original case. A complete ensemble, at once aesthetic, historical, and decorative, particularly appealing to a collector of unique 19th-century objects. Dimensions: Length: 30 cm Period: Circa 1860–1870 Origin: High-quality 19th-century work, signed Beringer, patented in Paris