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Rare Bronze Indian Firecracker Cannon of Tiger Form, 18th Century

$1,800
£1,376.21
€1,576.78
CA$2,538.91
A$2,764.23
CHF 1,476.01
MX$33,368.57
NOK 18,556.08
SEK 17,259.32
DKK 11,777.76

About the Item

A beautifully designed early fireworks or flare cannon in tiger form. A small hole is drilled at the top rear of the cannon for the wick. In India, firecrackers and fireworks are traditionally used to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. Sailors also used such cannons for signal flares.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
    India
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Miami Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: f97761710168803873fs

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