Antique Gun Illustrations - Percussion Cap Musketoon

This exclusive collection showcases a series of early 20th-century watercolor illustrations of antique firearms. Crafted with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, each illustration captures the intricate craftsmanship and timeless design of these historic weapons. The subtle use of watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil brings out the fine details of woodgrain, metal engravings, and the iconic features that defined firearm craftsmanship of the era. Printed on artist-grade watercolor paper, these reproductions preserve the original quality and vibrant colors, making them ideal for collectors, history enthusiasts, and lovers of vintage Americana. Display them in your home, office, or gallery for a timeless celebration of artistry and heritage. The percussion cap musketoon is a compact yet powerful firearm that played a crucial role in mid-19th-century warfare and frontier defense. Designed as a shorter, more maneuverable alternative to full-length muskets, this musketoon was favored by cavalry, artillery crews, and naval forces, where ease of handling in tight quarters was essential. Utilizing a percussion cap ignition system, this firearm offered increased reliability over flintlocks, ensuring quicker and more dependable firing in adverse conditions. Its short barrel allowed for greater mobility, making it ideal for mounted troops or close-combat engagements. Brass fittings, a full-length ramrod, and a sturdy wooden stock added to its durability, while the smoothbore or rifled barrel provided versatility in both military and hunting applications. From Civil War battlefields to the lawless frontiers, the percussion cap musketoon was a trusted companion for soldiers and settlers alike. Today, it remains a fascinating relic of 19th-century firearms innovation, reflecting a period of rapid advancements in military and personal weaponry.

These timeless fine art reproductions are printed on imported Italian artist-grade watercolor paper, selected for its superior quality and durability. Utilizing archival inks and ultra high-fidelity, high-resolution printing technology, each illustration bursts with crisp detail and rich, lasting color, clarity and depth.

Our frames are crafted from real wood and meticulously finished with custom antique gilts and patinas, creating a luxurious and timeless feel that elevates your artwork.

Please allow 3-5 business days for the production of your art prints. Once shipped, a tracking number will be sent to your email.Items ship in a flat rigid mailer or fortified box to prevent damage. 

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Every order is custom made. For that reason all sales are final, and all orders are ineligible for cancellations, refunds, returns, or exchanges.

Damaged Orders

Fortunately, this is very rare! If your artwork arrives damaged or appears in any way incorrect (including quality concerns with the artwork or framing), we will be happy to assist with an artwork repair or replacement. Please contact us via form or email within 7 days of your order's delivery date to notify us of your concern.

It is necessary to have photographs of the entire artwork and the original packaging in order to file any required damage claims and assist with a prompt repair or replacement.

Please retain the artwork and the original packaging until an appropriate repair or replacement is confirmed.