Jean de Wijk
Jean de Wijk, Utrecht, circa 1700. Two-stage barrel, ridged on the chamber, then round after a baluster with a smooth bore in 18 mm calibre and a brass front sight.
The flintlock cut with floral designs and a signature, "I. DE WIJK" behind the cock.
Set trigger with a (shortened) hair trigger.
Carved walnut full stock with patch box and brass furniture cut in relief.
The openwork side plate bears a putto and grotesque mask.
Wooden ramrod with a long horn tip.
Length 131 cm.
