Decorative Arts Auction

December 14, 2011

LOT 140

Lot 140

Cased Pair of 30 Bore Flintlock Duelling Pistols, Robert Wogdon, London, c.1780

Cased Pair of 30 Bore Flintlock Duelling Pistols, Robert Wogdon, London, c.1780
Lot 140 Details
Cased Pair of 30 Bore Flintlock Duelling Pistols, Robert Wogdon, London, c.1780

each with sighted barrel signed ‘Wogdon-London, engraved breech, tang, trigger guard, butt cap and screw heads, shaped and engraved acorn trigger guard tang, signed lockplate plate with safety lock and covered pan, on figured mahogany full stock with bone capped ebony rod on 9.75 inch barrel in fitted mahogany case with Chippendale carrying handle and accessories including powder flask, shot mould, , etc.
2.75" x 17.75" x 8" — 7 x 45.1 x 20.3 cm.

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $9,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 140
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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