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Miniature Matchlock Gun

ca. 1600 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Cast bronze toy of a matchlock with fishtail stock


Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
Cast bronze
Brief description
Cast bronze toy of a matchlock gun with a fishtail stock, England, ca. 1600
Physical description
Cast bronze toy of a matchlock with fishtail stock
Dimensions
  • Length: 8.8cm
  • Width: 2.1cm (Note: object maximum width)
  • Width: 3.1cm (Note: footprint maximum width)
Historical context
A popular child's toy in the 16th and 17th centuries
Collection
Accession number
1025-1870

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Record createdMarch 26, 2004
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