19TH C BRONZE MARITIME CANNON.

19TH C BRONZE MARITIME CANNON. This bronze cannon tube, reminiscent of a smaller version of a US model 1841 Field Gun, has a 2-5/8″ bore. Measures 32″ from muzzle to end of split cassabel. There are no discernible markings on this tube. Cannon has 2-1/2″ trunnions found 17″ back from muzzle at center point. This is a well made bronze tube with excellent bronzed patina that has been fitted on a decorative wooden naval carriage on 8″ wheels. Cannon barrels of this type were typically used on many late 18th century through the mid 19th century vessels both merchant and military. This is a beautiful, early original muzzle loading cannon that are rarely offered. This would make a great appointment to any collector’s “war” room. On carriage cannon measures about 36″ long by 21″ wide at axles. PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Tube overall has fine aged bronze patina with numerous small scratches, dings and dents. Decorative carriage is well made with good surfaces and functions well to hold this original tube. 4-41459 JS50 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011

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
	2439	$4,312.50	19TH C BRONZE MARITIME CANNON. This bronze cannon tube, reminiscent of a smaller version of a US model 1841 Field Gun, has a 2-5/8″ bore. Measures 32″ from muzzle to end of split cassabel. There are no discernible markings on this tube. Cannon has 2-1/2″ trunnions found 17″ back from muzzle at center point. This is a well made bronze tube with excellent bronzed patina that has been fitted on a decorative wooden naval carriage on 8″ wheels. Cannon barrels of this type were typically used on many late 18th century through the mid 19th century vessels both merchant and military. This is a beautiful, early original muzzle loading cannon that are rarely offered. This would make a great appointment to any collector’s “war” room. On carriage cannon measures about 36″ long by 21″ wide at axles. PROVENANCE: Fred B. McDonald Estate Collection. CONDITION: Tube overall has fine aged bronze patina with numerous small scratches, dings and dents. Decorative carriage is well made with good surfaces and functions well to hold this original tube. 4-41459 JS50 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011 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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