Detail of a Flint Lock

1938

Charles Moss

Associated Names
Charles Moss

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows an illustration of an antique flintlock mechanism. Intricate engravings and patterns are depicted on the left side of the image. The drawing is done in black ink on a beige background, highlighting the detail of the mechanism. The lock plate, flint, and hammer are prominently featured. A signature at the bottom reads "Cecil E. Muller Feb. 22."

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 23.1 x 30.9 cm (9 1/8 x 12 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.11440


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

center right in black ink: Chas. F. Moss. / PGH 38.

Wikidata ID

Q64538815

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