Arms & ArmorFirearms-Gunsbarrel dated A.H. 1151/A.D. 1738–39; lock dated A.H. 1240/A.D. 1824–25Miquelet Rifle is a firearms-guns of barrel, probably Iranian; lock and stock, Turkish origin created in barrel dated A.H. 1151/A.D. 1738–39; lock dated A.H. 1240/A.D. 1824–25 using steel, wood, silver, gold, copper alloy, textile measuring L. 61 5/8 in. (156.5 cm); L. barrel 47 3/8 in. (120.4 cm)… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, wood, silver, gold, copper alloy, textile |
| Dimensions | L. 61 5/8 in. (156.5 cm); L. barrel 47 3/8 in. (120.4 cm); Cal. .60 in. (15.0 mm); Wt. 11 lb. 3 oz. (5076 g) |
| Classification | Firearms-Guns |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. William E. S. Griswold, Mrs. William Sloane and John Sloane, 1943 |
| Date | barrel dated A.H. 1151/A.D. 1738–39; lock dated A.H. 1240/A.D. 1824–25 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the barrel, probably Iranian; lock and stock, Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1738 – 1825.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Miquelet Rifle?
Miquelet Rifle is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Miquelet Rifle created?
Miquelet Rifle dates to barrel dated A.H. 1151/A.D. 1738–39; lock dated A.H. 1240/A.D. 1824–25.
What material is Miquelet Rifle made from?
Miquelet Rifle is crafted from steel, wood, silver, gold, copper alloy, textile.
Is Miquelet Rifle in the public domain?
Miquelet Rifle is in the public domain and can be freely used.