Pair of Flintlock Pistols 1815-34 John Manton & Son The original owner of this remarkably decorated pair remains unknown, but the pistols opulence and Continental character suggests they may have belonged to George IV (1762-1830) or someone in his circle. Their gold-inlaid locks are the most lavish ever produced by John Mantons firm during his lifetime. The carved eagle on the grip—a feature also found on a pair of the kings pistols, made for him when he was Prince of Wales, now in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle (Acc. no. RCIN 6166)—is here further enhanced with gold-inlaid eyes. Similarly expressive lions may be found adorning the pommels of contemporary Parisian firearms, a possible source of inspiration for the accomplished steel chiseler Manton commissioned to create the mounts for this unique pair. The mounts, which include elaborate belt hooks chiseled with swirling acanthus leaves, are unsigned.British gunmakers of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries se

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Pair of Flintlock Pistols 1815-34 John Manton & Son The original owner of this remarkably decorated pair remains unknown, but the pistols opulence and Continental character suggests they may have belonged to George IV (1762-1830) or someone in his circle. Their gold-inlaid locks are the most lavish ever produced by John Mantons firm during his lifetime. The carved eagle on the grip—a feature also found on a pair of the kings pistols, made for him when he was Prince of Wales, now in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle (Acc. no. RCIN 6166)—is here further enhanced with gold-inlaid eyes. Similarly expressive lions may be found adorning the pommels of contemporary Parisian firearms, a possible source of inspiration for the accomplished steel chiseler Manton commissioned to create the mounts for this unique pair. The mounts, which include elaborate belt hooks chiseled with swirling acanthus leaves, are unsigned.British gunmakers of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries se

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