A sabre for high-ranking officers of the light cavalry, circa 1800Sturdy, elegantly curved single-edged blade (partly stained) with fuller on both sides, upswept double-edged point, both sides of the upper third of the blade decorated with gilt etchings depicting trophies and tendrils on a blued ground (rubbed, traces of rust at the top). Beautifully gilt knuckle-bow hilt of non-ferrous metal decorated in high relief, both languets with applied antique profile with helmet (Athena), knuckle bow with antique trophy, surrounding leaf frieze on the pommel, grip of black wood finely chequered on both sides (pressure marks, hairline cracks). Brass scabbard (traces of gilding, isolated dents) with two movable suspension rings and iron drag. Slightly damaged in places, traces of age. Length 102 cm.Condition: II