Hippism: Surprising Bronze Boutoir With Bells, 18th Century

Superb equestrian collector's item, a Marshal's boutoir from Nuremberg, 18e century. Similar in Collection Rullier.. The tool is powerful, the long forged shank opens with two chamfers on a blade of good thickness, flat and short, almost square, raised edges, with a very sharp cutting edge. Ergonomic cast bronze double handle is designed to protect the craftsman's hand, which has a thumb rest in the shape of a shoed horse's hoof. And, very curiously, the double handle ends with two bells, which were to punctuate the work, and distract the animal's anxiety.... Dimensions: 30cm x 8cm. Weight: 0.7kg.
Spectacular ancient object.
This object is for immediate purchase, payable by credit card or paypal.  - eclectic - antique dealers since 1970, Siret: FR 24.430113233. Invoice and Certificate are attached to each of our shipments.