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Wheellock Pistol

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Wheellock Pistol, crafted by an unknown artist, is a firearm with a predominantly black and gold color scheme. The butt of the pistol curves downward with a bulbous end that is gold with white dots. A long, thin trigger guard is located below the frame. The barrel and frame are mostly black with ornate gold designs throughout. The frame features a heart-shaped design near the center. The wheellock mechanism is visible on the top of the frame near the center. The background of the image is white.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1580
Medium
Wood, gold, steel, copper, bone
Culture
German, Nuremberg
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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