Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
The flintlock mechanism holding on two stages and engraved with Roccoco leaves to the housing and further engraved for the maker 'KETLAND & CO'. The rounded trigger guard with flower head decoration, below the walnut and silver strung grip. The butt end with a grotesque mask mount cover.
Height 5 1/4 inches, 13cm.
Width 12 inches, 31cm.
Depth 1 1/4 inches, 4cm.
Date circa 1770.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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18th C Flintlock Pistol with Mask Decoration
