Collection Highlights
Batter pitcher
Date:
1798
Object Number:
1937.587
Medium:
Stoneware, cobalt oxide
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Flintlock pistols (2)
Object Number:
1939.519a
Date:
1770-1800
Medium:
Iron, wood
Dimensions:
Overall (largest): 6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm)
Part (barrel): 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm)
Marks:
stamped: left lock: "P/WHITNEY"; right lock: "CORK"
Description:
One of a pair of iron and wood flintlock pistols; cannon barrel and centrally mounted hammer; flat-sided handle with inlaid iron scrolls; boxlock frame with engraved designs and stamped marks on both sides.
Gallery Label:
These pistols belonged to William Jephson.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Norreys Jephson O'Conor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
