LIGHT CAVALRY OFFICER'S SABRE GERMAN STYLE GUARD Gilt brass, chased and ebony mounting. German-style cap, jointing arch with a medallion showing a wreath of laurels. The edge is chased with a geometric frieze with a geometrical frieze of laurels. Baguette cross and slightly curved quillon decorated with a palmette. Fluted ebony spindle. Curved damascus blade with counter-edge decorated with kabbalistic symbols in gold symbols. Fully chased brass scabbard decorated with trophies of arms, and fields of scales. Two bracelets and suspension ring, Iron sting. Consulate, Empire period Total length: 93 cm PROVENANCE : - Roger de Montégudet collection (1880-1925) - by descent to this day.