France - 18th Century - Early to Mid - Flintlock - Pistol
Pistol, probably France, mid-18th century, flintlock, walnut shaft, barrel in the shape of a cannon tube, decorated lock, exquisitely engraved trimmings in white bronze, grip cap in the shape of a grotesque face with ornamentation, the grip has a large shrinkage crack, the retaining screw is missing, signs of wear and tear. L: 16. 5 cm
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Pistol, probably France, mid-18th century, flintlock, walnut shaft, barrel in the shape of a cannon tube, decorated lock, exquisitely engraved trimmings in white bronze, grip cap in the shape of a grotesque face with ornamentation, the grip has a large shrinkage crack, the retaining screw is missing, signs of wear and tear. L: 16. 5 cm