Pair of travel flintlock pistols by Lamotte l'Ainé in St Etienne. Round, thunder-flat barrels, chased with rocaille motifs, decorated in gold. Flat-bodied locks signed "Lamotte Lainé St Etienne" and flat-bodied chased hammers with rocaille and flower motifs. Punched and chased silver trimmings with foliage decoration. Cap studs with laurel profile and female bust (possibly Louis XV and Marie Leczynska). Silver-tipped chopsticks. Length : 29 cm B.E. Circa 1760-1780. LAMOTTE Joseph "L'ainé" (circa 1716-1807). Active in Saint Etienne in the 18th century, for beautifully crafted arms. His sons succeeded him.