Pair of Wheellock Pistols

1650–1700

Not on view

Brescian firearms are renowned for the quality and beauty of their chiseled ornament, the elegance of their line, and the excellence of their barrels. This pair of wheellock pistols is exceptional for having nearly the exact same measurements – usually there are minor differences between a pair – and nearly exactly the same weights.

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Title: Pair of Wheellock Pistols
Date: 1650–1700
Geography: Brescia
Culture: Italian, Brescia
Medium: Steel, wood
Dimensions: 04.3.198; L. 13 7/16 in. (34.1 cm); L. of barrel 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm); Cal. .48 in. (12.1 mm); Wt. 1 lb. 3.5 oz. (552.8 g); 04.3.199; L. 13 7/16 in. (34.1 cm); L. of barrel 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm); Cal. .47 in. (12.0 mm); Wt. 1 lb. 3.4 oz. (550 g)
Classification: Firearms-Pistols-Wheellock
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1904
Object Number: 04.3.198, .199
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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