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Wheellock Birding Rifle (Tschinke), Silesia, 1650 / 60. Creator: Unknown
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Wheellock Birding Rifle (Tschinke), Silesia, 1650 / 60. Creator: Unknown
Wheellock Birding Rifle (Tschinke), Silesia, 1650/60
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Alloy Armaments Arms Firearm Firearms Fowling Fowling Gun Fruitwood Gun Barrel Horn Hunting Rifle Long Gun Mechanism Mother Of Pearl Poland Polish Rifle Schlesien Shell Silesia Silesian Staghorn Steel Steel Alloy Wheel Lock Wheellock Applied Arts Applied Arts Of Europe Birding
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of art and history - the Wheellock Birding Rifle from Silesia, created in 1650/60. Crafted by an unknown artist, this 17th-century firearm is a true testament to European applied arts and armaments. The rifle's exquisite design features a stunning combination of materials. The gun barrel, made of steel alloy, exhibits intricate craftsmanship that reflects the skill and precision of its creator. The wooden stock, carved from fruitwood, adds warmth and elegance to the overall composition. Notably, the rifle incorporates various natural elements into its construction. Bovine horn and staghorn adornments enhance both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Delicate mother-of-pearl inlays further embellish this masterpiece with their iridescent beauty. The wheel lock mechanism employed in this birding rifle represents advanced technology for its time. This innovative system allowed for quicker ignition compared to traditional matchlocks or flintlocks. As we admire this artifact at the Art Institute Chicago gallery, we are transported back in time to an era when hunting was not only a means of survival but also a cherished pastime among European nobility. This weapon served as both a tool for fowling expeditions and as an object of prestige within aristocratic circles. With every detail meticulously crafted, this Wheellock Birding Rifle stands as a testament to Poland's rich cultural heritage and Silesia's contribution to weaponry innovation during the seventeenth century. It serves as an
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