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Pair of Flintlock Pistols

Girolamo Francino

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two flintlock pistols side by side, pointing right. The top pistol's butt is on the left side of the image and the bottom pistol's butt is on the right side. Both have intricately designed handles with a stippling pattern and long, thin barrels with engravings. The stocks are made of metal with designs on the grip and pommel. The metalwork on both pistols includes detailed engravings on the barrels, frames, and locks. The locks are flintlock-style, with a frizzen, pan, and cock. Both pistols have a similar design and appear to be from the same maker. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1650–60
Medium
Steel, wood (walnut)
Culture
Italian, Brescia
Dimensions
599 × 467 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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