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Snaphaunce Lock Mechanism

17th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Snaphaunce lock for a pistol, chiselled in relief and enriched with masks and grotesques


Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
Chiselled steel
Brief description
Snaphaunce lock for a pistol, chiselled in relief and enriched with masks and grotesques, Ialy (Brescia), 17th century
Physical description
Snaphaunce lock for a pistol, chiselled in relief and enriched with masks and grotesques
Dimensions
  • Length: 4.2in (Note: Dimensions taken from Register)
Credit line
Given by Mr S. J. Whawell
Collection
Accession number
M.544-1924

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Record createdApril 5, 2004
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