LARGE OTTOMAN SILVER-MOUNTED MIQUELET FLINTLOCK PISTOL WITH ENGRAVED

Ca. AD 1750�1850 A large Ottoman flintlock pistol featuring a long, tapering steel barrel mounted on an elaborately decorated wooden stock with a strongly curved grip. The pistol is fitted with a characteristic miquelet lock mechanism, comprising an external cock, frizzen and associated steel fittings, extensively engraved with intricate floral and vegetal motifs. The barrel is embellished with silver-coloured mounts displaying continuous scrolling foliage, beaded borders and delicate geometric patterns. The grip is richly ornamented with numerous raised metallic studs arranged in closely spaced rows, interspersed with decorative fittings and small coloured inlays. The pronounced butt terminates in an engraved metal cap, while the trigger guard and lockplate display similarly elaborate ornamentation. The surfaces retain areas of wear, oxidation and patination. Size: 51.4mm Provenance: Private London collection; US art market, before 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:$1,996.15

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