Pair Of Fencing Foils, Made In Solingen
Pair Of Fencing Foils, Made In Solingen
Pair of Antique Solingen Fencing Foils.
A fine pair of antique German fencing foils, manufactured in Solingen, the city renowned for centuries for the production of high-quality blades, swords, knives, and fencing equipment.
The two foils feature long, straight steel blades of graduated, squared or rectangular section, tapering towards their flat tips. Both blades are impressed "SOLINGEN", identifying their place of manufacture. The handles are approximately 17 cm in length and feature cord grips fitted to rectangular wooden handles.
Each foil is fitted with an attractive brass guard and pommel. The distinctive brass lunette guards, so named from the French lunette, meaning "eyeglasses", add an elegant decorative quality to the otherwise functional sporting equipment.
Dating from the late 19th century, and possibly the early 20th century, these foils are representative of traditional German fencing equipment of the period.
Fencing had become increasingly popular throughout Europe during the latter part of the 19th century, particularly in England, France, and Germany, where numerous private fencing clubs and schools were established for gentlemen.
This well-preserved pair offers an interesting combination of sporting history, traditional German craftsmanship, and decorative appeal, reflecting Solingen's long-standing reputation as one of Europe's foremost centres of blade manufacture.
The mannequin head and mask in one of the pictures is for decorative purposes and is not sold with these foils.
Dimensions:
1900-1949
Circa 1900
Steel
Germany
Solingen
Great decorative pair of foils.
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