A flintlock shotgun, Francois Aubert, Luneville/F, ca. 1730. Octagonal, then round barrel with smooth bore in 15 mm calibre, a narrow barrel rib, well preserved browning, a mounted silver bead, at the breech a gold-inlaid vine ornament and the signature "AUBERT A. LUNEVILLE". The flintlock chiselled with rococo ornamentation and another signature. The walnut half stock with floral carvings and iron furniture chiselled en suite with the lock, the side plate with delicate open work and a bust. The trigger guard and lock are partially corroded. Length 147 cm. Fran,

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