Cast Iron Cannon
Decorative Cast Iron Cannon from England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant late 19th-early 20th century cast iron cannon from England.
We can find the inscription
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Wrought Iron
A Fabulous Pair of Late 19th Century Cannons
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous and unusual pair of late 19th Century cast iron cannons of neat proportions with superb
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Antique Late 19th Century English Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Bronze And Cast Iron Signal Cannon
Located in Essex, MA
With bronze cannon mounted on a cast iron base with wheel carriage.
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Antique 1870s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Bronze And Cast Iron Signal Cannon
Located in Essex, MA
With bronze cannon mounted on a chassis with green painted cast iron wheels.
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Antique 1870s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Late 19th Century Pair Decorative Cast Iron Signaling Cannons
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Late 19th century pair of decorative cast iron signaling cannons. Sitting on Cast trucks with
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
19th Century Model Field Gun on Carriage, Cast Iron Porch Cannon
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
19th century Model Field gun on carriage, cast iron porch cannon
A good and well made piece
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Colonial Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
19th Century English Iron Cannon with Great Patina
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful English iron cannon, monogrammed RM1 on one side, with great overall patina and lichen
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Antique 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Finely Rendered English Victorian Brass Ornamental Cannon on Cast Iron Carriage
Located in San Francisco, CA
A finely rendered English Victorian brass ornamental signal cannon on cast iron carriage; with
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Antique Late 18th Century English Victorian Models and Miniatures
H 5.25 in W 18 in D 5.25 in
Small Early 20th Century Iron Cannon Desk Accessory with Eagle-Head Decoration
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Miniature American Civil Style Iron Cannon on wheels with Eagle-head decoration.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
H 6.5 in W 14 in D 8.25 in
Pair 19th Century Decorative Desktop Signalling Cannons
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair 19th Century decorative desktop cast iron signalling cannons set on carriages with working
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Antique 19th Century English Napoleon III Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
19th Century Cast Iron Relief Portrait of King Karl XIV Johan.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A fine medal plaque in cast-iron of King Karl XIV Johan (1763-1844), empire period.
It is a relief
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century English Model of a Starting Cannon
Located in London, GB
This well-proportioned to scale and detailed cast iron model of an English starting cannon features
Category
Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
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Set of Bronze Artillery Cannons with Italian Royal Insignia
Located in New York, NY
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Pair of Antique Winchester Cannons
By Winchester Furniture
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
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Classy Ashtray in Dark Antique Brass or Gunmetal Bronze or Nickel Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Classy ashtray in dark antique brass finish.
Also available in gunmetal bronze finish,
or in nickel finish on request.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Ashtrays
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Brass, Bronze, Nickel
H 3.55 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Rare Bronze Indian Firecracker Cannon of Tiger Form, 18th Century
Located in Kensington, MD
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Bronze
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Spelter
17th Century Cast Bronze Signal Cannon
Located in Middleburg, VA
Typical Baroque cast decoration. Deeply patinated with a Coat of Arms, two mythical dragons and Date of 1651 atop a wheeled carriage incorporating elements that have been replaced.
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Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Bronze
Miniature Brass Cannon in a Presentation Case
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A miniature brass cannon in a presentation case, the 5-stage cannon and carriage in a rectangular, glazed presentation case, raised upon tiers of reeded, fluted and cross-banded wood...
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Brass
Old Master Drawing, Baroque, Jacob de Wit, Allegory of Victory, Putti, Ships
By Jacob De Wit
Located in Greven, DE
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Probably a d...
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Materials
Paper, Crayon
Silver “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath
Located in Middleburg, VA
Silver “Jambiya” or Curved Dagger With Its Sheath. These are often Extremely well Crafted with Extraordinary inlaid Silver Designs accentuated with “Neillo”. They Often have Ivory Ha...
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Silver
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By F. Barbedienne Foundry
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19th Century Kukukuku Club from Highlands Papua
Located in NICE, FR
This rare antique Kukukuku (pronounced "cookah-cookah") war club is from the remote highlands of Papua New Guinea. It features a head made of stone in the characteristic 'pineapple' ...
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Stone
Sailor's Woolie of the American Protected Cruiser "USS Chicago", circa 1885
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Sailor's Woolie of the American Protected Cruiser "USS Chicago", circa 1885, a sailor's hand crafted folk art woolwork picture of a bark-rigged auxiliary steam sailor with in...
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Antique 1880s American Folk Art Nautical Objects
Materials
Wool
H 21 in W 19.38 in D 1.25 in
A model of a Dockyard built teak and brass field cannon
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
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Pair of Rare 19th Century Antique Cast Iron Cannons
Located in London, GB
Pair of rare 19th century antique cast iron cannons.
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Antique 19th Century English Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Cannons, Garden Ornament
Located in London, GB
Rare Victorian antique cast-iron cannons by J P Napier will make a statement garden ornament, both
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
George III Cast Iron Cannon on Elm Carriage Royal G R Initials, England
Located in Heswall, Wirral
Small George III cast iron cannon mounted on and old elm carriage with Royal G R initials.
England
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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Architectural Elements
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Iron
H 18.12 in W 29.93 in D 13 in
In Style of Civil War Mountain Howitzer Bronze - Iron Signal Cannon
By Barney's Cannons, Inc.
Located in Palm City, FL
mountains and through the plains.
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Vintage 1960s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Cast Iron Fireback Decorated with a Warrior Trophy, 18th Century
Located in Richebourg, Yvelines
trophy and a victory crowning a flag. On either side of the medallion are canons, barrels, cannon balls
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Antique Late 18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
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Iron
Cast Iron Pestle and Mortar Stamped Carron
Located in York, GB
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This piece has
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Early 20th Century Scottish Tableware
Materials
Iron
Fine Pair of Lead 18th Century Statues of Mars and Minerva by John Nost
By John Nost the Younger
Located in London, GB
and Chatsworth. Many of his statues were in cast lead.
Van Nost died at his home at Hyde Park in
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Antique Early 18th Century English Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures
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Lead
H 144.3 in W 43.31 in D 43.31 in
Novelty Cast Iron Brass Cannon
Located in Nottingham, GB
Novelty Cast Iron Brass Cannon
From a private English collection
Free international shipping
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Antique 19th Century Nautical Objects
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Brass
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Located in Dallas, TX
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Iron
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Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of early 20th century cast iron replica cannons. Measures: 145cm /57" long.
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20th Century English Garden Ornaments
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Iron
Large Cast Iron Signal Cannon
Located in Cheshire, GB
Cast iron signal cannon having 15.5 inch barrel on later oak carriage with working wheels
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Early 20th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Models of Cannons
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of cast Iron models of cannons each with 9.5 inch tapering barrel with four graduated rings
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Early 20th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Iron
19th Century Cast Iron Signal Cannon on Wooden Carriage
Located in Milford, NH
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Antique 19th Century American Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Iron
Estate Pair of Cast Iron Reproduction 19th Century American Cannons and Caissons
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate 20th century pair of cast iron reproduction 19th century American cannons and caissons
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Early 20th Century American Arms, Armor and Weapons
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Iron
H 24 in W 19 in D 60 in
Pair of English Brass Ornamental Signal Cannons on Cast Iron Carriages
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Pair of Brass Ornamental Signal Cannons on Cast Iron Carriages
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of Chinese brass ornamental signal cannons on cast iron carriages. Each with solid brass 15
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Brass
A French Cast Stone Ship's Cannon on a Faux Bois Cart
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Wonderful American Cast Iron Frame
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Iron
1890s Cast Iron White House American Garden Benches 'Pair'
By Carron
Located in Surrey, BC
prospered through its development and production of a new short-range and short-barrelled naval cannon, the
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Antique 1890s Scottish Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage Book of Knowledge Cast Iron Mechanical Artillery Bank, circa 1960
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Book of Knowledge "Artillery Bank" mechanical bank offers polychrome cast construction
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Mid-20th Century American Toys and Dolls
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Metal, Iron
1880s Victorian Bronze Signal Cannon
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This bronze and cast iron Victorian signal cannon has a beautiful patina and is engraved with the
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia
19th Century Model of 18th Century Style Cannon
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th C. French model of an 18th C. style cannon. Cast bronze cannon mounted on a wooden and forged
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Mounted Objects
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Pair of American Brass Cannon Door Knockers. Harvin, Baltimore. Circa 1900
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of American brass cannon door knockers with striker button and mounting screws. Harvin
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Materials
Brass, Iron
Russian Cast Iron Mortar from the Crimean War
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Antique 19th Century European Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Animal Lost Wax Cast Bronze Sculpture, Signed Minguzzi Representing a Rooster
By Luciano Minguzzi
Located in IT
" meaning Rooster. This sculpture has been created with the Lost wax cast bronze technique, it is signed
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Bronze
H 17.33 in W 14.57 in D 16.93 in
Antique Signal Canon, 19th Century, England
Located in Esbjerg, DK
English Signaling cannon features movable parts and wheels in iron and cannon barrel in solid bronze. It
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Antique 17th Century Italian Military Gunners Stiletto Dagger Knife Sword
Located in Dayton, OH
markings for measuring cannon bores / powder levels. Turned iron pommel, bolster, and cross guard, flanking
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Metal
H 1 in W 22.25 in D 2.75 in
Pair of Cast Iron Cannon on Wheels Reproductions
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of cast iron cannons on wheels reproductions in a aged brown patina.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Garden Ornaments
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Iron
Antique Heavy Cast Iron Cannon Ball Fireplace Andirons Fire Dogs Hearthware
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique black cast iron fireplace andirons with cannon ball tops and broad square column bases
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Antique 19th Century Federal Andirons
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Iron
H 20 in W 10.5 in D 19 in
Large Desk Top Model of a Cast Iron Signal Cannon
Located in Cheshire, GB
Desktop model of a cannon having cast-iron barrel on later oak carriage with working wheels
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Early 20th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
A Fabulous Pair of Large Mid 20th Century Cast Iron Garden Cannons
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous pair of mid 20th Century cast iron garden cannons of large proportions and of
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Mid-20th Century English Garden Ornaments
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Iron
French Miniature Model Cannon
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French miniature model cannon made of iron with wood frame and trimmed in steel with rivets. In
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Iron
Tanegashima Matchlock Japanese Cannon
Located in Soquel, CA
crest in inlaid silver remnants on top of barrel. Cast iron canon with bronze firebox cover
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Bronze Signal Cannon
Located in Peekskill, NY
is cast iron with a traditional and decorative cast bronze cannon. It is signed and I've taken a
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Rare Dutch 17th C. Model Cannon
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
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Bronze, Iron
Brass Lantaka Cannon from South East Asia on Custom Wood Carriage, circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
A circa 1900 cast brass lantaka cannon from maritime South East Asia, presented on a more recent
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H 18 in W 20.5 in D 32.5 in
Revolutionary / War of 1812 Shot Bar Double Cannon Ball Chain Shot Sailing Ships
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
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Metal
H 5 in W 16 in D 5 in
French Iron Sculpture of Louis XIV on Horseback, circa 1880
Located in Milano, IT
Sculpture of Louis XIV on horseback as Roman emperor
Patinated cast iron (galvanoplastic)
From
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Antique 1880s French Baroque Figurative Sculptures
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Marble, Iron
American Georgian Style Brass Andirons with Ball & Claw Feet, C. 1840s
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of American Empire in the Georgian style brass flanking cannon ball finial andirons with
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Antique Mid-19th Century American American Empire Andirons
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Brass, Iron
Neoclassical Bronze Urns Sosibios Volute on Slate Plinths French Pair
Located in Cheltenham, GB
production in cast iron seemingly first appears in the 1858 catalogue Barbezat & Cie Ancienne Maison André
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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Urns
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Slate, Bronze
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H 10.63 in W 4.73 in D 4.34 in
19th Century Miniature Cast Iron Cannon Model
Located in Miami, FL
19th century miniature cast iron cannon model with traces of the original red painted wheels.
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Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
Dug out Salt Grinding Mortar with Iron Ball Grinder
Located in London, GB
Rare rectangular domestic salt mortar
Retaining cast iron cannon-ball pestle
Solid, dug-out beach
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Large Cast Iron Signal Cannon
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large 19th century cast iron signal cannon with 8.5 inch spoked wheels and 13 inch barrel.
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Antique 19th Century More Furniture and Collectibles
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Iron
18th Century French Cast Iron Signal Mortar Cannon
Located in Raalte, NL
Beautiful 18th Century French cast signal mortar gun with open vent field, it has some damage but
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Antique 18th Century French Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Pair of 20th Century Cast Iron Feature Cannons with Stack of Balls
Located in Norwich, GB
Pair of 20th century cast iron feature cannons with stack of balls.
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia
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Iron
A Victorian brass ornamental cannon on cast iron carriage.
Located in Sundridge, GB
With working wheels, heavy weight carriage and tilting barrel that is both finely and realistically decorated.
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Brass, Iron
19th Century French Antique Cast Bronze and Iron Cannon
Located in Coral Gables, FL
19th Century French Antique Cast Bronze and Iron Cannon, with fine detail. Beautiful paper weight
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Located in London, GB
Set of four cast iron columns from original cannon barrel moulds.
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Located in Palm City, FL
, full size, cast bronze cannon in a style that was used by both Naval and Merchant ships in lieu of
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Superb 18th Century German-Made Signal Cannon
Located in San Francisco, CA
A superb 18th century German-made signal cannon with iron clad wheels and a magnificent 22 inch
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British Victorian Signal Salute Cannon Field Weapon
Located in Palm City, FL
cannon with a bronze barrel and cast iron carriage. It likely was made in England under the reign of
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Antique 19th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Metal
19th Century Model of Nelson's Flagship 'Victory'
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
flag of Admiral Keppel. The Victory was armed with smooth bore, cast iron cannon. Initially she carried
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Antique 19th Century English Models and Miniatures
Fine Pair of Lead 18th Century Statues of Mars and Minerva by John Nost
By John Nost the Younger
Located in London, GB
and Chatsworth. Many of his statues were in cast lead.
Van Nost died at his home at Hyde Park in
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Antique Early 18th Century English Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lead
H 144.3 in W 43.31 in L 144.3 in
A Victorian brass ornamental cannon on cast iron carriage
Located in Sundridge, GB
With working wheels, heavy weight carriage and tilting barrel that is both finely and realistically decorated.
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Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Models and Miniatures
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Brass, Iron
19th Century Pair of Ornamental Brass Cannons on Cast Iron 4 Wheel Carriages
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
C19th pair of ornamental brass cannons on cast iron 4 wheel carriages; the tilting brass barrels
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Antique 19th Century British Models and Miniatures
H 10 in W 18 in D 7.25 in
Set Of Four Cast Iron Columns, C. 1820
Located in London, GB
Four English cast iron columns, from original cannon barrel moulds.
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Antique 19th Century English Pedestals and Columns
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Iron
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- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
- What are cast iron columns?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
- Who invented cast iron?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- Are cast iron columns hollow?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
- Do cast iron Firebacks work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
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Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
- When were cast iron beds made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
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