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THBSuperb set of Devisme of Paris percussion rifled pistols, cased with all accoutrements.
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Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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- Lot Description
A truly superb pair of rifled percussion pistols by the famous maker Devisme, of Paris. The pistols are cased, with all their original accoutrements. The pistols are quite large, over 16 1/2 inches long, with beautiful engraving, typical of Devisme, on the barrel, lock, and mounts. The name F.P. Devisme appears in gold on one lock, with a "Paris" in gold on the other lock. The accoutrements include a lovely little flask, bullet mold, cap container, screw driver, mallet, and two wooden loading rods. The original case is in very good condition, the interior covered in purple velvet. The case is of wood, with a blank escutcheon on the lid.
These pistols are the size of dueling pistols, but the presence of rifling means that they were probably made for a military officer. Devisme was probably the most famous maker of swords and guns for the military elite during the 2nd Empire, and are known for making Robert E. Lee's favorite presentation saber.
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Condition
Superb condition throughout, with a nice patina on all the steel mounts. There is some minor old oxidization at the breech, but it blends with the patina. The case has age cracks in the lid, commensurate with age, bust is sound, with a good finish. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions.
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