AUCTIONS IMPERIAL NOVEMBER 2019
Lot 257:
Description
A sougias, or folding knife, the appurtenance of educated and well-to-do Greeks for trimming quill pens and other tasks, as well as self-defense. The case wrought of silver and finely engraved and nielloed in classic Epirus style, with stars and lozenges, terminating in a monster’s head. The broad blade with clipped tip and profiled spine. Early 19th century. Minor wear, blade with areas of pitting. Overall length 10cm. Condition III
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