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Detail of a Flint Lock

Charles Moss

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an illustration of an antique flintlock mechanism. Intricate engravings and patterns are depicted on the left side of the image. The drawing is done in black ink on a beige background, highlighting the detail of the mechanism. The lock plate, flint, and hammer are prominently featured. A signature at the bottom reads "Cecil E. Muller Feb. 22."

Artwork Details

Date
1938
Medium
pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
4591 × 3399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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