Pair of Snaphaunce Pistols

ca. 1725

Not on view

The carved stocks of this small pair of pistols are slightly thicker around the locks and side plates for added strength. The “mostaccioli” (little faces) that adorn the locks and mounts are typically Emilian and are also seen in local architecture.

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Pair of Snaphaunce Pistols
Date: ca. 1725
Culture: Italian
Medium: Steel, wood (walnut?), gold
Dimensions: 14.25.1404a; L. 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm); L. of barrel 5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm); Cal. .48 in (12.2 mm); Wt. 12.1 oz. (343 g); 14.25.1404b; L. 9 1/8 in. (23.2 cm); L. of barrel 5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm); Cal. .47 in (11.9 mm); Wt. 12.3 oz. (348.7 g)
Classification: Firearms-Pistols-Snaphaunce
Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
Object Number: 14.25.1404a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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