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Pair of Wheellock Pistols

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two wheellock pistols with ornate designs and gold accents, featuring intricate engravings and etchings on the metal surfaces. The stocks are made of a decorative material, possibly wood or ivory, and have a rounded butt. A large, round, decorative cap adorns the end of each butt. The mechanisms, including the wheel and frizzen, are visible and appear to be made of metal. The background is a plain gray color, providing a neutral contrast to the detailed, antique firearms. The title of the image is Pair of Wheellock Pistols.

Artwork Details

Date
dated 1572
Medium
Wood (cherry), steel, gold, bone
Culture
German
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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