This is no way meant to disagree with OWD, but , might add a bit of info to the mix for thought.
The basket of flowers was used by Belgian makers in Liege in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This design was taken by one, and more, of Belgian engravers to Italy at that same time. This was especially true in the case of Franchi and was used on his BEST guns.
For what it is worth, this same basket of flowers is engraved on my Monte Carlo Imperial built by L. Franchi in 1934, I think.
As these guns were all "bespoke" guns, it is not unusual to see them with no makers name engraved. The quality spoke for the maker and the advertizing was not needed.
We, here in America, seldom see these magnificent shooters, as the Italian(and other Contenental) owners would never part with them. This is especially true of the Pigeon guns.
I do not think that this gun is Italian though. I think that it is London made and am very pleased to see that one fine gun is appreciated by a decendant of an astute man of good taste.
Just a thought.
Best,
John
