Bronze Signal Cannon
Antique 1850s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 1840s English Historical Memorabilia
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories
Brass
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Iron
Antique 19th Century English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Brass, Bronze
Antique 1770s English George III Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Dutch Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
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Vintage 1960s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Antique 1890s European Arms, Armor and Weapons
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia
Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 1880s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 1890s British Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 19th Century British Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 19th Century English George III Mounted Objects
Brass
Antique 1840s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 1870s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze, Iron
Antique 1870s American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 19th Century American Historical Memorabilia
Bronze, Iron
Antique 1830s British George IV Models and Miniatures
Antique Late 19th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Arms, Armor and Weapons
Antique 1870s American American Empire Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze, Steel
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Nautical Objects
Antique 19th Century Dutch Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique 18th Century English George III Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Iron
Antique 1880s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Antique 19th Century American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Arms, Armor and Weapons
Iron, Bronze
Antique 19th Century American Arms, Armor and Weapons
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier German More Furniture and Collectibles
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
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Oil
Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens
Bone
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Silver Plate
Antique 1890s Austrian Late Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Leather
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Brass
20th Century English Post-Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Cabinets
Iron
2010s Central Asian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Doors and Gates
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Macassar
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Decorative Art
Other
Antique 19th Century English Scientific Instruments
Brass
Bronze Signal Cannon For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Collectibles-curiosities for You
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
- What is a signal cannon?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Signal cannons are typically used to announce the beginning of a ceremonial event, to begin a boat race and for celebrations. Some people who really enjoy cannons like to fire them recreationally. Cannons in the United States are classified as saluting and signaling devices. Find an assortment of signal cannons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bronze cannon?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bronze cannon is a type of heavy weapon used during the 17th century. They became popular tools for warfare because they were lighter than iron guns and therefore easier to transport by land and sea. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique cannons.
- How were bronze cannons made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To make a bronze cannon, it was first cast in molds of clay and suspended vertically in a pit. Although bronze was expensive, it was the material chosen over wrought and cast iron because of its durability. You can shop a collection of bronze cannons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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