Percussion Pistol with Case 1819 - 1869

"Percussion Pistol with Case" is a 19th-century firearm made by French gunmaker Alfred Gauvain. The pistol is highly decorated with intricate engravings. This piece, which dates between 1819 and 1869, showcases the craftsmanship of the period. The pistol is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, a testament to Gauvain's skill and the artistry of weapon making during the 19th century.