Lot 22 Detail
Rare French Single-Shot "Mouse & Dog" Percussion Pistol by Delvigne,
Paris, c. 1835
.32 caliber, 3 1/4-inch octagonal barrel marked: An on Delvigne. Hammer engraved in the
form of a mouse head and cocked by pulling back spring-loaded rod under barrel. Trigger in
the form of a mouse tail. Molded black hard rubber grip in the form of a French curve with
dentate borders and floral scrolls with molded image of a dog. Left side marked: Seuls
Depositaires; right side: LePage Fres. A Paris. Cleaning rod in butt.
Condition: Very good. Metal with age wear and grey patina. Grips
excellent. Action very good.
Estimate: $3500 - $4500
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