Lot 3174
A flintlock pistol for export to the Orient, Limouzin-Lamotte, St Étienne, circa 1780
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Round barrel with smooth bore in 16 mm calibre. The top with engraved moon and stars, remains of the original gilding, surfaces mottled. The lock plate signed "Jh Limozin Lamotte&Co". Walnut full-stock with silver wire inlays, the butt with a repaired break, crack to the front of the sideplate. Fine relief-chiseled, fire-gilded brass furniture and thumbplate, rubbed in places. Replaced wooden ramrod with brass tip. Length 49.5 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?