29th Apr, 2009 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Popham)

 
  Lot 71
 

71

[M] A LATE 18TH-CENTURY SWEDISH ANTREBILER OR...

A LATE 18TH-CENTURY SWEDISH ANTREBILER OR BOARDING AXE
of typical construction, the head with long fore-and-aft langets through riveted to original stepped handle impressed 'è21EÆ', both japanned overall -- 34½in. (87.5cm.) long
Lit: Gilkerson, W: Boarders Away Vol 1, p.31-33.

Sold for £1,178
Estimated at £800 - £1,000

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


 
A LATE 18TH-CENTURY SWEDISH ANTREBILER OR BOARDING AXE
of typical construction, the head with long fore-and-aft langets through riveted to original stepped handle impressed 'è21EÆ', both japanned overall -- 34½in. (87.5cm.) long
Lit: Gilkerson, W: Boarders Away Vol 1, p.31-33.
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