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Pair of Flintlock Pistols

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two flintlock pistols, Pair of Flintlock Pistols, with curved handles pointing left and right respectively, featuring intricate designs. The handles are predominantly orange with black and silver accents. The metal components, likely made of silver or gold, exhibit a decorative pattern. Both pistols have a similar design, with the top one pointing to the right and the bottom one to the left. The background of the image is a light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium:
Steel, wood, coral, silver, gold
Culture:
Algerian
Dimensions:
599 × 389 px
Museum record:
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