Twenty-Five Inked Impressions (or "Pulls") of Engraved Firearms Ornament 1845 - 1865

This series of twenty-five prints, titled "Twenty-Five Inked Impressions (or "Pulls") of Engraved Firearms Ornament," was created by American artist Gustave Young between 1845 and 1865. The prints, which vary in size, capture the intricate detail of engraved firearm ornamentation. Each print is a detailed and delicate representation of the engraved surface of a firearm. The prints are housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, offering viewers a glimpse into the artistry and craftsmanship of 19th-century American gunmaking.