"Beautiful High Relief Embellished Flintlock Horse Pistol by Antoine Prion (71129) Consignment 

Description:
"NSN. Made Circa 1730. 62  caliber  with a 12.5” barrel. Overall gun  length  is approximately 20” This is a masterful work of art by Antoine Prion. Prion was a Belgium gunsmith  known for making  very fine  guns, however in our research, this gun appears to be the finest we have found.  The stock is nicely carved and in  very fine  condition. The true beauty in this gun is the metal work on the trigger guard, side  plate, butt cap,  lock  and barrel. Each is finely  chiseled  with flowing rococo scrolls. The butt cap features a finely sculpted grotesque Mask.  Each piece features what looks like Italian soldiers and the entire motif looks to be heavily Italian influenced.  There is an escutcheon featuring a noble  crest on the  on the rear  portion  of the grip.  All of the metal  work has  gold overlay. This is truly an  exception  piece! 

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Consignment

Price: $7,500.00