222. PAIR OF DUELLING PISTOLS BY JACQUES BERTRAND RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG, MID-19th CENTURY

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live_auctionAUCTION OF RUSSIAN AND EUROPEAN ART No. 15 · Part I
Auction begins: 02 May 2026 12:00
Estimate: 4000-6000 EUR
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PAIR OF DUELLING PISTOLS BY JACQUES BERTRAND RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG, MID-19th CENTURY

A fine pair of 11 mm duelling pistols by the Imperial court gunsmith Jacques Bertrand (Bertrand, St. Petersbourg). The octagonal smoothbore barrels bear a gilt inscription “Bertrand. St. Petersbourg” on the top flat. Serial numbers “205.1” and “205.2” engraved on the underside. Locks finely engraved with floral motifs, blued finish preserved, elegantly shaped cocks. Walnut grips with sharp chequering and refined ergonomic profile.

Presented in their original fitted wooden case with brass mounts and key. The green baize lining of high quality, complete with full complement of original accessories: ramrods, bullet mould, screwdrivers, oil flask, powder and shot containers. Length of pistols: 44 cm.

Hallmarks: Gold-inlaid inscription “Bertrand. St. Petersbourg” on barrels; serial numbers “205.1” and “205.2”.

Dimensions: Length – 44 cm.

Condition: Excellent condition. Bluing and gilt inscriptions well preserved, grips crisp, mechanisms in working order. Case and accessories complete and original.

Provenance: Private collection.

Condition: Good
Warranty: Seller Warranty
Material: Wood, metal
Product sizes: Height - 50cm, Width - 31cm, Depth - 8.5cm
Location: Gallery "Antiqon", Brivibas street 52, Riga, Latvia
Gifts: Cabinet, Gifts for a gentleman, Other
Style: Classicism
Country: Russia, St. Petersburg
Period: Mid-19th century
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