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Model Cannon, Germany, 17th Century

$28,798.98List Price

About the Item

Miniature cannons served a variety of functions. Some were constructed by gun founders in order to advertise their abilities to prospective clients. Other examples owned by young princes were used to fight mock battles as part of their education for becoming future military leaders. Finally, a third group of cannons served to deliver salutes, both among military circles and for entertaining purposes. Due to its elaborate design it can be assumed that this example was ordered for the amusement of the nobility. The construction of the present piece resembles that of a 17th century cannon in all details. At the wooden field carriage you can see laborious iron bounds, used in such a density on the most expensive cannons. Two bars firmly attached to the carriage by cotters do hold the bronze barrel, which shows several reinforcing rings, dolphin handles, two leaf ornaments and a cartouche with chiselled background. Condition It is a stroke of luck that our cannon is preserved in such an untouched condition. While other examples do often suffer from improper old restorations this model cannon features a historical surface corresponding to its age. Iron bounds, the bronze barrel and also the wooden parts are characterized by their wonderful patina. You can find traces of an intensive usage at the barrel and carriage. All parts are original. There are no alterations or restorations. Comparable examples An original model cannon in such a state of preservation and in connection with a laborious craftsmanship like the present example is truly unique in the present - day art market. There are some comparable pieces in important museums collections accessible to the public: I. Bayerisches Nationalmuseum, Munich, Inv. No. NN1782. This example features less laborious iron bounds, the surface of the carriage seems to be refreshed in modern times. II. Musée de l'armee, Paris. Inv. No. Q61, Q.37/2, Q.36/1, Q35/2, Q31/1 and Q 33/1. The patina on the bronze barrels has been destroyed by overcleaning them, on the majority of cannons also the surface of the wooden carriages. Literature: Decker, M., Leluc, S. (1994): Petits modèles d'artillerie. Musée de l'Armée Hotel national des Invalides, pp. 47.

Dimensions:
Height: 11.42 in (29 cm)Width: 31.89 in (81 cm)Depth: 13.39 in (34 cm)
Style:
Baroque (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Iron,Wood
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
17th Century
Date of Manufacture:
17th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU98141214394

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