Premier Auction - Session II | November 12, 2022
Sat, Nov 12, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 905
Pair of Joseph Vivario Belgian Pistols
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
pair of small caliber Belgian salon pistols, circa mid-19th century, partially fluted 8 in. blued and engraved barrels signed "Joseph Vivario Passage a Liege" on tops, burlwood stocks with finely carved leaf and flourish decoration to grips and forends, tight floral sprays engraved on breeches, barrel tangs, hammers and trigger guards, steel finials on engraved oval butt cap and faceted butt cap, 13-1/2 in. overall
Provenance: Private West Virginia Collection
Condition
oxidation, minor scratches, and loss to bluing on barrels, oxidation and grey patina to to other metal components, handling wear to wooden stock including minor dings and scratches, both function mechanically but trigger on pistol with oval butt cap will not set and hold
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