SPANISH BRONZE MODEL 1838 MOUNTAIN HOWITZER.

SN 8258. This rarely offered cannon is the third part of our offered trio of Spanish, French and American 19th century bronze mountain howitzers. The Spanish adopted this pattern after both the French pattern of 1828 and the American improved pattern of 1835 upon the design and Americans improved upon it when they adopted in in 1835. This particular Spanish version is almost identical to its American and French counterparts weighing just over 200 pounds and about 37″ overall length with 4.75″ bore (120.7mm). this particular tube is well marked with Seville foundry information and date of manufacture in 1844. This particular cannon is named “ALBUERA” which is a village near the fortress town Badajoz, Spain. The Battle of Albuera was fought during the Napoleonic wars May 11, 1811 where a very thin line of Spanish troops held their own against repeated French attacks. The beautifully-engraved royal cypher on the breech is that of Queen Isabella II of Spain. Encyclopedia Britannica describes her reign: “…queen of Spain (1833–68) whose troubled reign was marked by political instability and the rule of military politicians. Isabella’s failure to respond to growing demands for a more progressive regime, her questionable private life, and her political irresponsibility contributed to the decline in monarchical strength and prestige that led to her deposition in the Revolution of 1868.” This is a beautiful well marked bronze cannon with a pleasing green bronze patina. PROVENANCE: Mr. Sam Schoupe Collection. Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. Markings are all well discerned. Tube exhibits numerous small blemishes as expected after 150 years not affecting the aesthetics. Patina overall is green/yellow as can be seen in photos. 4-54111 JS143 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 1414

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1414	$12,075.00	SPANISH BRONZE MODEL 1838 MOUNTAIN HOWITZER. SN 8258. This rarely offered cannon is the third part of our offered trio of Spanish, French and American 19th century bronze mountain howitzers. The Spanish adopted this pattern after both the French pattern of 1828 and the American improved pattern of 1835 upon the design and Americans improved upon it when they adopted in in 1835. This particular Spanish version is almost identical to its American and French counterparts weighing just over 200 pounds and about 37″ overall length with 4.75″ bore (120.7mm). this particular tube is well marked with Seville foundry information and date of manufacture in 1844. This particular cannon is named “ALBUERA” which is a village near the fortress town Badajoz, Spain. The Battle of Albuera was fought during the Napoleonic wars May 11, 1811 where a very thin line of Spanish troops held their own against repeated French attacks. The beautifully-engraved royal cypher on the breech is that of Queen Isabella II of Spain. Encyclopedia Britannica describes her reign: “…queen of Spain (1833–68) whose troubled reign was marked by political instability and the rule of military politicians. Isabella’s failure to respond to growing demands for a more progressive regime, her questionable private life, and her political irresponsibility contributed to the decline in monarchical strength and prestige that led to her deposition in the Revolution of 1868.” This is a beautiful well marked bronze cannon with a pleasing green bronze patina. PROVENANCE: Mr. Sam Schoupe Collection. Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. Markings are all well discerned. Tube exhibits numerous small blemishes as expected after 150 years not affecting the aesthetics. Patina overall is green/yellow as can be seen in photos. 4-54111 JS143 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 1414 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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SPANISH BRONZE MODEL 1838 MOUNTAIN HOWITZER.