Lot 113
An Exceptional Exhibition-Engraved Gold-Inlaid French Javelle Patent Double-Action
Pin-Fire Revolver by Brun a Paris, c. 1865
3 5/8-inch blued octagonal barrel extensively engraved with rosebuds bearing
gold-studded centers, the maker's name BRUN A PARIS deeply chiselled and highlighted by a
stippled field, the letters accented by gold studs through their centers; underlever
barrel release, barrel lug and frame each decorated en suite with cross-hatched
pattern-work again complimented by gold-studded highlights throughout; the brightly blued
cylinder features six vignettes of hunting scenes, panoplies-of-arms, musical instruments,
and artist's easel, each back-grounded by gilded stippled fields, rhinoceros horn grip set
with gold monogram CS and finished with a gripcap of matching blued and gold-studded
decoration.
Condition: Excellent to mint, the revolver with much original bright
blue overall with areas turning to a faded patina especially at grip area, excellent
rhinoceros horn grip, mechanically fine.
Estimate: $15000 - $25000
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