Flintlock Gun
Flag of TurkeyArms & ArmorFirearms-Guns-Matchlockbarrel, possibly late 17th century; lock, mountings, decorations early 19th century

Flintlock Gun is a firearms-guns-matchlock of gun, Turkish, Albania or Macedonia; lock, French origin created in barrel, possibly late 17th century; lock, mountings, decorations early 19th century using silver, wood, pearl, sapphire, diamond, enamel, iron, gold, garnet, measuring L. 62 7/8 in. (159.7 cm) — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver, wood, pearl, sapphire, diamond, enamel, iron, gold, garnet,
DimensionsL. 62 7/8 in. (159.7 cm)
ClassificationFirearms-Guns-Matchlock
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Datebarrel, possibly late 17th century; lock, mountings, decorations early 19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the gun, Turkish, Albania or Macedonia; lock, French culture. The estimated date range is 1600 – 1850.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Flintlock Gun?

Flintlock Gun is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Flintlock Gun created?

Flintlock Gun dates to barrel, possibly late 17th century; lock, mountings, decorations early 19th century.

What material is Flintlock Gun made from?

Flintlock Gun is crafted from silver, wood, pearl, sapphire, diamond, enamel, iron, gold, garnet,.

Is Flintlock Gun in the public domain?

Flintlock Gun is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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