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Colt Model 1855 Pocket Percussion Revolver, Serial no. 4460, with Case and Accessories

Samuel Colt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The revolver has a dark gray metal body with engravings on it. The barrel is long and thin. The grip is made of light-colored wood and has a curved shape. The cylinder is engraved. The hammer is in the cocked position. The background is a solid gray color. There is a wooden case and accessories beside or below the revolver.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1856
Medium
Steel, wood (oak)
Culture
American, Hartford, Connecticut
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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