Pair of Pistols with Flintlocks alla Fiorentina 1725 - 1800

This pair of pistols, crafted by Italian gunsmith Cristiano Leoni between 1725 and 1800, are fine examples of 18th-century firearm artistry. The pistols, known as "alla Fiorentina," feature intricate silver inlays and elaborate engraving on their wooden stocks. Their elegant design, combined with the meticulous craftsmanship, speaks to the skill and artistry of the period, and these pistols are more than weapons - they are works of art. They are currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.