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Carbine with Flintlock alla Fiorentina

Carlo Bottarelli

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long gun with dark brown wooden stock and forearm, stock has slight upward curve, with metal butt plate. The metal components, including the barrel, lock, and furniture, are primarily silver in color with intricate engravings. The flintlock mechanism features a cock with a frizzen and pan. The trigger guard is curved and made of metal. The barrel is long and slender. The overall color palette of the gun is dominated by dark brown and silver tones. The gun is presented against a light gray background. The gun style is carbine with flintlock mechanism, specifically alla Fiorentina. Attributed to Carlo Bottarelli.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1660–70
Medium
Steel, wood (walnut)
Culture
Italian, Brescia
Dimensions
599 × 263 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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