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Flintlock Duelling Pistol

Simeon North

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two antique pistols with dark brown wooden grips and metal components. The top pistol faces left, and the bottom pistol faces right; both are shown from above. The grips are made of dark brown wood with a glossy finish. The metal parts are primarily silver in color, with some areas exhibiting a darker patina. Each pistol features a long barrel with intricate engravings and a small trigger guard. A hammer is visible on each pistol, positioned near the rear of the gun. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1815–20
Medium
Steel, gold, silver, wood (walnut, hickory), horn
Culture
American, Middletown, Connecticut
Dimensions
599 × 428 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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