Matchlock Gun, late 18th–early 19th century, Rajasthan, Indian, Rajasthan or Lahore, Steel, wood, gold, silver, pigment, L. 61 5

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Matchlock Gun, late 18th–early 19th century, Rajasthan, Indian, Rajasthan or Lahore, Steel, wood, gold, silver, pigment, L. 61 5/8 in. ( cm); L. of barrel 42 7/8 in. ( cm); Cal. .44 in. ( mm); Wt. 8 lb. (3631 g), Firearms-Guns-Matchlock, Firearms were used in India starting in the fifteenth century and the matchlock remained the preferred firearms mechanism until about 1830. This sporting gun is distinctive for its delicately painted stock covered with hunting scenes, birds and other animals, and landscapes

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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