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Zeiss World War 2 Era Anti Aircraft Binoculars. Superb Optics. Year 1939.
By ZEISS
Located in Canterbury, England
Rangefinders, Searchlights and Flak Cannons of the Anti-Aircraft batteries based around many German and
Category

Vintage 1930s Other Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Landscape Blue on Blue II, Aqua Pink Glass Sculptural Plate by Kate Jones
By Kate Jones
Located in London, GB
, Cartwright Hall Bradford, Cannon Hall Barnsley, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge and National Museum
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass

Autumn Landscape, a Unique Yellow Pink Glass Sculptural Plate by Kate Jones
By Kate Jones
Located in London, GB
, Cartwright Hall Bradford, Cannon Hall Barnsley, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge and National Museum
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

German Silver Nef by Berthold Muller
By Berthold Muller
Located in New Orleans, LA
chased, repousée and applied adornments punctuated by the dramatic dolphin-form rudder, cannons and even
Category

Antique 19th Century German Other Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Elaborate Sailor s Souvenir Embroidery from the Orient With a Large Eagle
Located in York County, PA
, CANNON AND ANCHOR, OBTAINED IN YOKOHAMA, JAPAN, DATED 1906: Between roughly 1885 and 1915, American
Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

1864 Lincoln Johnson Ohio Union Presidential Ticket
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
flags, swords, a cannon, and a drum. The candidates are displayed as “For President, Abraham Lincoln of
Category

Antique 1860s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

French Automaton Battleship Industrial Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
and gilt bronze, the form is executed with an impressive degree of historical accuracy. Seven cannons
Category

Antique 19th Century French Industrial Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique Oil Painting Dutch Shipping Scene van der Velde Jr
Located in London, GB
, 1660". The pendants, The cannon shot and The gust, circa 1680, are in the collection of the
Category

Antique 1680s Dutch Paintings

Print by Engraving on Copper Plate from the Panckoucke Encyclopédie
Located in Milan, IT
warship (anchor, cannon, etc.) are depicted. The Print has the "Benard direxit" signature. Very good
Category

Antique 1790s French Nautical Objects

Materials

Paper

Moishe Smith vibrant raised Lithograph "The Russians are Coming"
Located in Palm Springs, CA
), was the winner of the prestigious Cannon Award at the National Academy of Design. Twilight in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Antique Portrait of George Washington by Jean Laugier, 1924 Engraving Re-Strike
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
full uniform atop a promontory. His groom steadies the general's white steed. A cannon points towards a
Category

Vintage 1920s American Prints

Materials

Paper

Model HMS Sovereign of the Sea
Located in Hixson, TN
the price of an average warship. She carried 102 bronze cannon (Charles explicitly ordered such a high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Nautical Objects

Meissen Large Allegorical Group The Fire by M.V. Acier, Germany Around, 1850
By Michel Victor Acier 1, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
busy firing a cannon made of metal, to his left another putto is forging on an anvil with the help of a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Large Allegorical Group The Fire by M.V. Acier, Germany Around 1850
By Michel Victor Acier 1, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
busy firing a cannon made of metal, to his left another putto is forging on an anvil with the help of a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Austrian Artillery and Transport Corps during the Napoleonic Wars, circa 1820
Located in Langweer, NL
. The scene is set against a tranquil landscape with cannons and soldiers attending to artillery
Category

Antique 1820s Prints

Materials

Paper

Spanish Silver Nef by Plateria Lopez
Located in New Orleans, LA
. The fully-rigged ship features beautiful chasing along the hull, which is dotted with 72 cannons. The
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Pembroke College Oxford Rowing Oar
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
in front. The race is started by the firing of a cannon. Each crew attempting to progress up their
Category

Vintage 1920s English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine
Located in New Orleans, LA
cannons line the platforms. The soldiers have movable arms, while the guillotine features a movable "blade
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Other Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bone

Empire Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Chaise Longue
Located in Shippensburg, PA
implements of war (flags, a cannon, pikes, axes and a single drum) in the center of the apron and four wings
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Chaise Longues

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Giraffe by Herbert Palliser
Located in London, GB
Bridge, close to Cannon Street, is Vintners Place, with woman representative of the spirit of the grape
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

George III Mahogany Serpentine Side Table in the Manner of Wright Elwick
By Wright Elwick
Located in Benington, Herts
at Cannon Hall and most notably, the Marquess of Rockingham at Wentworth Woodhouse. Literature
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century British Chippendale Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Bronze Statue of David by J.A. Mercié Barbedienne
By Antonin Mercie, F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in London, GB
the production of cannons which kept his foundry open. After the war he resumed his casting of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sculpture by Frank Eliscu, 1931
By Frank Eliscu
Located in Palm Springs, CA
heroic bronze, along with Eliscu's plaque of Uncle Joe Cannon in the same city, has been declared a
Category

Vintage 1930s American Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Wood

"Northrop P61-B Black Widows" by Jack Fellows, Original Oil Painting on Masonite
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
and revolutionary radar technology. The impressive machine typically had four forward firing cannons
Category

Early 2000s American Paintings

Materials

Paint

1882 "Planning the Attack" Original Oil Painting by Frederick James
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
oversaw the seizing and transportation of 120,000-pound lot of guns, mortars, and cannons from Fort
Category

Antique 1880s American Paintings

Materials

Paint

Expedition ro Brazil and capture of St. Tomas by admiral Van der Does
Located in UTRECHT, UT
this island they took 100 cannons, many chests of sugar, ivory and linen. Shortly afterwards, however
Category

Antique 16th Century Dutch Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Antique Grand Tour Bronze Models of Colonne Vendôme and the Luxor Obelisk 19th C
Located in London, GB
bronze plates - which resemble the original bronze plates constructed out of cannons taken from the
Category

Antique 1870s French Grand Tour Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Grand Tour Miniature Bronze Model of Vendome Column 19th Century
Located in London, GB
constructed out of cannons taken from the combined armies of Europe. It is raised on an elegant black
Category

Antique 1880s French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Limestone, Bronze

Model Thunderchief, circa 1965
By Matthijs Verkuyl
Located in London, GB
Sabre, the F-105 was also armed with missiles and a cannon; however, its design was originally tailored
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Antique French Grand Tour Ormolu Gilt Bronze Model of Vendome Column 19thC
Located in London, GB
bronze plates constructed out of cannons taken from the combined armies of Europe. It is raised on
Category

Antique 1850s French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Grand Tour Ormolu Gilt Bronze Model of Vendome Column, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
bronze plates constructed out of cannons taken from the combined armies of Europe. It is raised on an
Category

Antique 1880s French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique French Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Model of Vendôme Column 19th Century
Located in London, GB
bronze plates constructed out of cannons taken from the combined armies of Europe. It is raised on an
Category

Antique 1880s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Knights of Malta Silver Plate Nef
Located in New Orleans, LA
brimming with the activity of numerous Knights. Several cannons located on the sides of the galleon denote
Category

Antique 19th Century Other Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

The Grand Pavilion of Sultan Mehmet III at the Battle of Eger in Hungary, 1596
Located in Langweer, NL
surrounded by various military activities. Soldiers, cannons, and cavalry are depicted engaging in battle
Category

Antique 1690s Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique 18inch French Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Model of Vendome Column 19thCentury
Located in London, GB
bronze plates constructed out of cannons taken from the combined armies of Europe. It is raised on an
Category

Antique 1880s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Grand Tour Ormolu Bronze Model of Vendome Column 19th Century
Located in London, GB
bronze plates constructed out of cannons taken from the combined armies of Europe. It is raised on an
Category

Antique 1880s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Steven Chase "Amphibious" Sofa
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
Digest. His clients included such celebrities as Rona Barrett, Dyan Cannon, Farrah Fawcett, Gene Hackman
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton

"First in Peace" after Henry Brueckner, Antique Engraving by John C. McRae, 1888
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
a round of 15 cannons, which inspired cheers and cries from the nearby awaiting crowd. The
Category

Antique 1880s American Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage English Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray 20th C
Located in London, GB
success of George W. Cannon's 1887 mechanical dumbwaiter then popularized this usage, replacing the
Category

Vintage 1980s English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

A Pair of Fine and Rare Mid 19th Century Naval Boarding Pikes by Wilkinson of 27
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
the items that could be supplied were ‘cannon, rifles, muskets, bayonets, pistols, cutlasses, boarding
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage English Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray 20th C
Located in London, GB
success of George W. Cannon's 1887 mechanical dumbwaiter then popularized this usage, replacing the
Category

Vintage 1980s English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
elevators carrying food between floors as well. The success of George W. Cannon's 1887 mechanical dumbwaiter
Category

Vintage 1920s American Tableware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver King Golf Ball Dimple Pattern, circa 1910
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
by The Silvertown Co. 108 Cannon street, London, England. The dimple design of this ball is very
Category

Vintage 1910s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Rubber

Vintage English Silver Plated Lazy Susan Serving Tray 20th C
Located in London, GB
success of George W. Cannon's 1887 mechanical dumbwaiter then popularized this usage, replacing the
Category

Vintage 1980s English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Britains American Civil War Union Toy Soldiers Gun Team Artillery Carriage
By Britains, Ltd.
Located in Dayton, OH
soldiers, gun carriage / wagon with shells in the storage seat, and five cannons. "The "W. Britain" brand
Category

Vintage 1970s Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Solar Storm Ruby Red over Gold, a linear patterned glass artwork by Kate Jones
By Kate Jones
Located in London, GB
Farringdon Collection Oxford, Bolton Museum & Art Gallery, Cartwright Hall Bradford, Cannon Hall Barnsley
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Abstracted Land Moss Green over Spring Green, a cut glass bowl by Kate Jones
By Kate Jones
Located in London, GB
Farringdon Collection Oxford, Bolton Museum & Art Gallery, Cartwright Hall Bradford, Cannon Hall Barnsley
Category

2010s British Organic Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass

1876 "Gettysburg. Repulse of Longstreet s Assault" with Union Officer Swords
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
open ground against cannon fire to take Cemetery Ridge from the defending Union Army. Despite their
Category

Antique 1870s American Prints

Materials

Metal

Rare, Patriotic Silk Kerchief of the Civil War Era
Located in York County, PA
MARKET IN 1861 BY FOSTER & PORTER, WITH IMAGERY THAT CENTERS ON A SMOKING CANNON, BENEATH AN AMERICAN
Category

Antique 1860s English Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Silk

Crehore Sundial
Located in New Orleans, LA
-chronograph," in 1896 in order to measure the speed of projectiles both inside cannon and directly after they
Category

Early 20th Century Sundials

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Sid Willis Toy Soldier British Military Still Life Oil Painting on Board
By Sidney Willis
Located in Dayton, OH
theme with British flag, horses / equestrian riders, gunmen, a cannon and nutcracker soldier. Purchased
Category

Late 20th Century Paintings

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Map of Nantucket by Austin Strong 1881-1952 , circa 1925
Located in Nantucket, MA
arrival in the spring, the Strongs were always saluted at the wharf by a blast of the Wharf Rat cannon
Category

Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Maps

Materials

Paper

Animal Lost Wax Cast Bronze Sculpture, Signed Minguzzi Representing a Rooster
By Luciano Minguzzi
Located in IT
located inside the current "Renato Dall'Ara" Stadium, in turn built with some cannons stolen from the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Fabulous Signed French Dore Bronze Pedestal Clock with Cherubs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
receive a contract from the French government for the production of cannons which kept his foundry open
Category

20th Century French Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Printed Cotton Kerchief with a Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant
Located in York County, PA
cannon barrels at left right top and bottom, flanked by full standing cannons and cannon balls
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

1821 Printing of the Declaration of Independence on Cloth
By All American Co.
Located in York County, PA
, beehives, flags and scrolls. Another has a militaristic border of cannon, cannon balls, anchors, flowers
Category

Antique 1820s European Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Rowing Oar Blade Jesus College First Lent 1944, Cambridge University
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
of about 1½ boat lengths between them. The start of the race commences with the firing of a cannon
Category

Vintage 1940s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Wood, Paint

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Cannons For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cannons for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cannons was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and bronze. There are 1002 antique and vintage cannons for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 51 modern editions to choose from as well. Cannons have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of cannons to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, mid-century modern and Georgian cannons are of considerable interest. Cannons have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Kate Jones, Ernestine and F. Barbedienne Foundry are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,858, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,320,576 highest priced.
Questions About Cannons
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Signal 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.
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    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tommy Wayne Cannon, most often known as T. C. Cannon, was a Native American painter known for his depictions of Indigenous American subjects. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted T. C. Cannon paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.