An Italian schiavona with a fine German blade, circa 1650The broad German blade of later date (somewhat notched) with a shallow fuller on both sides, in which etched medallions with an antique-style bust. A multi-line motto engraved amidst scrolling bands on the ricasso (tr.): "I will give my life For the master I serve" and "But my soul only to Him who gave it to me". Typical iron swept hilt, an illegible arsenal mark on one obverse bar, the grip with iron wire winding (this has worked slightly loose) with Turk's heads, the fluted pommel swamped on the side with a riveted button. The hilt somewhat rough and patinated, the end of the quillons replaced. Length 96 cm.Condition: II -