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Lot 3326:Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Arquebus

December 3rd, 2017|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3326:Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Arquebus

December 3rd, 2017|Rock Island, IL
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Ornate Inlaid Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Arquebus

This form of arquebus was used in Japan into the late 19th century but was most prominent prior to the introduction of more modern firearms after the opening of Japan to foreign trade in the 1850s. It has a blade front sig, grooved black rear sight with three holes in the base, silver floral and hare inlays near the breech, raised edges of the barrel flats, and engraved inlays with floral and hare motifs along the stock. The Hare of Inaba is part of the Japanese folklore surrounding the Shinto god Okuninushi, and the "Moon Rabbit" has also generated various tales around the world, including in Buddhist traditions.

ConditionVery good overall with dark patina and mild corrosion of the iron, aged patina on the brass and silver, and mild marks and scratches. The stock has a couple of small chips at the edges of the barrel inlet, light scratches, and some edge wear. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerJapanese
ModelMatchlock
TypeMusket
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge50
Barrel41 1/2 inch octagon
Finishbrown/bright
Stockhardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2940
Catalog page170
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