A Group of Three Continental Halberds

19th/20th Century

Likely late 19th or early 20th century decorative items in the style of 17th to 19th century pole arms. Two of the hafts appear to have beens shortened slightly, all of the metal parts were likely cleaned at some point in the past and most show pitting. At least one had repaired langets. Length of longest 91 1/2 inches.

Property from the Private Collection of Merle Reskin

This lot is located in Chicago.

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Sam has spent his life in the auction industry, accompanying his father, Wes Cowan to auctions, trade shows and eventually to his own eponymous auction house, in the mid-1990s. He joined his father’s auction house, Cowan’s, full-time in 2012 in the Arms and Armor department and as a fine and decorative arts specialist, a department where he would ultimately become director. Sam has an interest in 20th century design, pottery, early advertising, historic Americana and antique firearms. He is a licensed auctioneer in three states and is a featured appraiser on The Antiques Roadshow.

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A Group of Three Continental Halberds

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