Long-barreled civilian flintlock pistol, mid-18thᵉ century - Lot 256

Long-barreled civilian flintlock pistol, mid-18thᵉ century Luxury holster-type flintlock pistol, dated circa 1740-1780, featuring a damascus steel barrel with rich pattern adorned with silver wire inlays forming rococo-style arabesques, walnut stock carved in relief with floral and foliate motifs characteristic of Continental craftsmanship of the XVIIIᵉ century, steel fittings including a long side lock, spur trigger guard and engraved pommel, larger dimensions than usual handguns suggesting civilian travel or carriage use, absence of hallmarks consistent with production to order or intended for export from centers such as Liège or Suhl. Details: Mid-18ᵉ century period, circa 1740-1780; civil flintlock pistol type with long trunk; material damascus steel barrel inlaid with silver, walnut stock, steel fittings; overall length 44 cm; caliber 15 mm; weight 1,107 g; condition good original condition with age-related wear, silver inlays largely intact, mechanism complete, unmarked.