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Pair of Wheellock Pistols

François Du Clos

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two black, ornate pistols with long barrels are shown side by side. The top pistol points to the right, the bottom pistol points to the left. Both have a floral design on the grip. The grip of each pistol is made of dark wood or plastic and has a decorative scrollwork pattern. The metal components of the guns appear worn. The background is white. The pistols are wheellock pistols by François Du Clos.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1640
Medium:
Steel, gold, brass, wood, silver, mother-of-pearl
Culture:
French, Paris
Dimensions:
599 × 362 px
Museum record:
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