402 - A PAIR OF EXTREMELY FINE CAUCASIAN SILVER FLINTLOCK PISTOLS, 19TH CEN.

A PAIR OF EXTREMELY FINE CAUCASIAN SILVER FLINTLOCK PISTOLS, 19TH CEN. A pair of matching Caucasian flintlock pistols, likely from Dagestan or Georgia, mounted with intricate silver and niello fixtures with the floral and foliate patterning characteristic of Caucasian design. The barrel and the miquelet style lock are the only exposed sections of the underlying metal, though even these parts have been finished with a bright silver coating and decorated with chasing. The pommel of each gun is shaped is rounded and decorated similarly to the other fixtures, while also being affixed with a small ring which can be used to attach a lanyard or other hanging device. Caucasus, early to mid 19th century. Dimensions: L: 17 in., (43.3 cm.) Condition: Extremely fine condition with only tiny dents and minor wear in a few spots. Mechanisms functional. Pair of oriental Caucasian flintlock pistols, slightly chased round barrels, flat on top, length 28.3 cm, caliber 13 mm; miquelet-style locks, silver damascened; wooden mounts entirely covered with nielloed silver leaf, decorated with foliage and fleurons; egg-shaped caps; ball triggers; overall length 42 cm. (Lacking the striated lighter on one of the batteries; small dent to one of the caps). Caucasus period, late 19th century. Good condition. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.