Pair of Flintlock Pistols

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Pair of Flintlock Pistols by artist unknown. Two brown wooden gun stocks with silver and black metal components are visible. The guns are positioned side by side, one above the other, against a gray background. The top pistol points to the right, the butt of the stock curving down and to the left. The stock is made from brown wood with a silver metal butt. There is a black mechanism on top and a silver ring under the mechanism. The barrel and other metal components are black. The bottom pistol also points to the right with the butt curving down and to the right. This stock is also made from brown wood and features detailed silver metalwork. The bottom half of the stock near the butt features a floral silver design. A black mechanism sits on top and a silver ring hangs beneath. The barrel is black with silver details. Both guns feature intricate designs and craftsmanship, showcasing their historical significance.