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Cased Set of a Flintlock Rifle, a Pair of Pistols, and Accessories

Nicolas Noël Boutet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular wooden case with a green interior, containing various objects. The case has a dark brown wood border with brass hinges and clasps. The interior is green with white decorative designs around the edges. Inside the case are several objects, including: * A long rifle with an intricately designed stock and barrel * A pair of pistols with intricately designed frames and barrels * A bullet mold * A ramrod * A screwdriver * Other metal tools The objects are arranged neatly within the case, with the rifle and pistols placed on top of the green interior, and the tools and accessories placed below them. The background of the image is a plain beige color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1800
Medium
Steel, wood (walnut, mahogany), silver, gold, horn, velvet
Culture
French, Versailles
Dimensions
598 × 270 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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