Miniature Carronade Cannon Model
Miniature Carronade Cannon Model
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A miniature bronze Carronade Cannon Model.
The bronze barrel is mounted on a mahogany carriage to a brass fitting that allows it to tip as the elevation screw to the knob is turned. The carriage has brass wheels and a strap to each side with a ring for tying down.
The Carronade was three times lighter than a standard cannon, with a shorter barrel that could be loaded faster and was very effective at close range. It was an important weapon for Nelson at Trafalgar. It was first made by the Scottish Carron Company, from whom it took its name, in 1778.
The very small size of this Carronade and the detail put into its manufacture is very appealing. Early to mid 19th Century.
Dimensions:
Early to mid 19th Century.
Bronze, brass and mahogany
England
Miniature cannon model
Good, minor wear
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