Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Rifle (Edo Period, 16th Century)
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japanesetanegashimamatchlockrifle(edoperiod,16thcentury)
An authentic and beautifully ornate Edo-period tanegashima matchlock, featuring a tapered barrel with gold floral inlay and a lacquered stock adorned with gilt decoration. A rare and historically significant piece that represents a pivotal chapter in Japanese history — and a true showstopper in any collection.
A breathtaking example of Japanese firearms craftsmanship, this authentic Edo-period tanegashima matchlock rifle is as much a work of art as it is a historical weapon. The elegantly tapered barrel is complemented by exquisite gold floral inlay, while the lacquered stock features ornate gilt decorative motifs — a hallmark of high-status Japanese gunsmithing. Introduced to Japan in 1543, the tanegashima forever changed the face of Japanese warfare. An extraordinary centrepiece for any serious antique arms or Asian antiquities collector.
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