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Here's an interesting piece (to me anyway) and I'm not sure how to classify it.
It appears to been made for ceremonial purposes, and is cast in solid brass. Also it's damaged - looks as if it's been thrust into a fire and bent off at the tip. I did notice a similar looking piece in Rembrandt's painting; the Nightwatch, which has the Lieutenant holding a type of staff - not an exact likeness. Any ideas of it's age or purpose and what would you describe it as? Regards, David |
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A beautifully crafted piece you have there. Too bad the end is damaged. This is a parade partizan that could have been used by Royal guards standing watch or as part of a royal march, I suppose. A Google search under 'parade partizan' will yield similar examples.
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Bavaria, Germany - the center of 15th and 16th century gunmaking
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Oh yes,
A parade partizan or a spontoon, I think both terms are correct. I would assign it to Northern Italy, 17th c. A high quality piece no doubt, even though the top finial is missing. Best, Michael |
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