Trigger Guard of a Gun made for a Prince of the House of the Medici 1643

This intricately crafted silver trigger guard, created by Pietro Ancini in 1643, was originally part of a gun intended for a prince of the Medici family. The design features a central figure, likely Atlas, holding up the world while flanked by two putti, symbolizing the power and influence of the Medici dynasty. The detailed ornamentation and skilled craftsmanship of this piece are characteristic of the Renaissance era, highlighting the artistry of the period and the wealth of the Medici family.