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Pair Of Large 19th Century English Bronze Artillery Signal Cannons

$32,016.44per set
£23,864.03per set
€27,000per set
CA$43,935.72per set
A$49,196.27per set
CHF 25,668.16per set
MX$599,420.49per set
NOK 325,710.64per set
SEK 309,664.09per set
DKK 205,567.98per set
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About the Item

A magnificent pair of 19th century British Artillery signal cannons, each with tapered bronze barrel segmented by hoops, cannon muzzle and stepped breechblock with drop-shaped cascabel. A vent hole on the upper side, the length of barrel 66.5 cm. Beautiful Oak wood carriage with elaborate brass fittings. If desired the cannon can easily be removed from the wood base. Circa 1840 English Beautiful each side of a fireplace or the entrance in a hallway. Footnote: Signal cannons were used aboard ship and ashore to make salutes, to warn of danger and to attract attention in the case of an emergency.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 43.31 in (110 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5735239164222

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