art-of-swords:Combination of Sword and Wheel-lock PistolDated: 1580-1590Culture: GermanMedium: parti
art-of-swords:Combination of Sword and Wheel-lock PistolDated: 1580-1590Culture: GermanMedium: partially gilded steelMeasurements: 45 1/4 in. (114.9 cm)This is a rare example of a type of combination weapon coveted by princes fascinated with innovative mechanical technology combined with fine detailing etched in the steel. A similar one was made for Elector Christian I of Saxony by Bernhard Albrecht, about 1590. Emperor Rudolf II also acquired one about the same time.Source & Copyright: The Walters Art Museum -- source link
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