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Matchlock gun. Master: Hussein. First half of the 17th century
Matchlock gun. Master: Hussein. First half of the 17th century
Object type
Matchlock gun
Place of origin
Turkey
Date
First half of the 17th century
Author
Master: Hussein
Materials
Silver, damascus steel, iron, copper, wood
Technique
Forging, carving, damascening, engraving, chasing
Dimensions
Total length: 146,5 cm; barrel length: 115,5 cm; calibre: 15 mm
Object history note
Presented to Tsar Alexey Mikhaylovich by Cherkessian Nobility in 1648
Museum number
Ор-458