Early Pauly Firearm Marked ‘Pauly et Cnie’ – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture

Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked ‘Pauly et Cnie’ – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture

Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked ‘Pauly et Cnie’ – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture
Rare Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture

Metadata

Object Type

Pauly Archive > Firearm

Source

Aaron Newcomer Collection

Title

Early Pauly Firearm Marked 'Pauly et Cnie' – Pre-1814 Paris Manufacture

Description

This firearm represents one of the earliest examples of Jean Samuel Pauly's innovative work following his 1812 patent. Marked "Pauly et Cnie" (Pauly & Company), this gun signifies a crucial period when Pauly still controlled his company in Paris. The double-barreled design and distinctive markings indicate that it was manufactured before mid-1814, prior to Pauly's relocation to the UK and subsequent sale of his company to Henri Roux and Alexis Moreau. The engraving "Pauly et Cnie" on the firearm confirms its authenticity and origin from Pauly's Parisian workshop.

Significance

This firearm is of exceptional historical importance as it provides insight into the early manufacturing practices and business operations of Jean Samuel Pauly. The marking "Pauly et Cnie" distinguishes it from later models that bore inscriptions such as "Invention Pauly," indicating its direct association with Pauly's leadership and craftsmanship. This gun not only exemplifies Pauly's pioneering contributions to firearm technology but also serves as a tangible link to the brief period when he managed his company in Paris. The transition marked by his move to the UK and the sale of his business underscores a pivotal moment in the evolution of firearm design and manufacturing during the early 19th century. This piece is a significant artifact, highlighting Pauly's early innovations and the historical context of his work before his relocation and the changes in company ownership.

Year Made

1813

Relationship

Jean Samuel Pauly's 1812 Improvement in Firearms Patent

Country

France

Designer and Influential System

Jean Samuel Pauly

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