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Sword hilt and gilt hunting pipes, Germany, 16th century
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Sword hilt and gilt hunting pipes, Germany, 16th century
Sword hilt in iron decorated with silver A, and gilt hunting pipes decorated with sapphires B and a crocodile C. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889. Illustration by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by C. Regnier. Dr. Hefner-Alteneck (1811-1903) was a German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator and etcher
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This chromolithograph depicts a 16th-century German sword hilt and a pair of gilt hunting pipes, both adorned with exquisite decorative elements. The sword hilt, made of iron, is embellished with a silver monogram "A," adding a touch of elegance and personalization. The hilt's intricate design showcases the craftsmanship and attention to detail typical of the era. In stark contrast to the sword, the gilt hunting pipes, also known as Rauchpfeifen, are ornately decorated with sapphires and a lifelike representation of a crocodile. The pipes were an essential accessory for the noble hunters of the time, used to signal the start and end of the hunt. The inclusion of precious sapphires and the detailed crocodile motif underscores the wealth and status of their owners. This illustration is from "Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century," a comprehensive work by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck. Published in Frankfurt in 1889, the book features meticulously researched and beautifully rendered images of various artifacts from the Middle Ages and the 17th century. Dr. Hefner-Alteneck, a renowned German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator, and etcher, was dedicated to preserving and documenting the rich cultural heritage of his time. The illustration was lithographed by C. Regnier, further enhancing the visual appeal and accuracy of the depiction.
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