Details
- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 15ʺD × 9ʺH
- Styles
- Victorian
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- The cannon is being sold for display purposes. The oak base is intact but has a weathered-painted look from age. … moreThe cannon is being sold for display purposes. The oak base is intact but has a weathered-painted look from age. The bronze cannon has scratches due to age and usage. The wheels glide smoothly. The bronze has patina throughout. less
- Description
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Signal canons, also referred to as salute cannons, typically measure less than two feet in length. They first originated in …
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Signal canons, also referred to as salute cannons, typically measure less than two feet in length. They first originated in the East Indies in the sixteenth century and eventually grew popular in England. As their name suggests, these miniatures were used abroad ships and on land to salute or warn others of danger, and to attract attention in case of emergency. Some cannons also provided a form of amusement: cannon fire could signal the thrilling start of yacht races, or even alone comprise rousing contests. Men would compete for their personal cannons against others and then judge who fired the furthest. The bronze barrel, nicely detailed with an insignia of a crown on top of a globe surrounded by wings hints at a naval history. Perhaps once fired in friendly games among gentlemen, this signal cannon could now make a stirring addition to any gentlemen's den or club.
H = 9 in. W= 7 in. D= 15 in., 15 lbs. less
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