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How were bronze cannons made?
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To make a bronze cannon, it was first cast in molds of clay and suspended vertically in a pit. Although bronze was expensive, it was the material chosen over wrought and cast iron because of its durability. You can shop a collection of bronze cannons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair Giant French Bronze Cannons, Military Artillery
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Impressive pair of large French bronze cannons
Great for a garden or business
Of course being
Category
Vintage 1980s Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Pair Giant French Bronze Cannons, Military Artillery
Located in Potters Bar, GB
- Impressive pair of large French bronze cannons
- Great for a garden or business
- Of course
Category
Vintage 1980s Statues
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Bronze Cannons with Mahogany Stands, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
A pair of stunning bronze cannons with mahogany stands. A superb addition to the home and offered
Category
Antique 19th Century French Bookends
Materials
Bronze
French Bronze Cannon Model
Located in New York, NY
French bronze World War I (19/20th Century) field cannon on rectangular white marble base
Category
Antique 1880s French Models and Miniatures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Fine Pair of Bronze Cannon by McAndrew and Woore English, circa 1850
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine pair of bronze cannon by McAndrew and Woore, set on their original brass bound black painted
Category
Antique 1850s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Antique Print of a Bronze Cannon by Gibb, 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Small Bronze Cannon'. Chromolithographic plate originating from 'The Royal
Category
Antique 19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper