Miniature Honorary Cannon Model Of A Gribeauval-type Arsenal From The Empire Period

Model of an arsenal representing a miniature ceremonial cannon inspired by French field artillery piecesdesigned according to the Gribeauval system, in use at the end of the 18th century and during the First Empire

Miniature ceremonial cannon with slender proportions, bronze barrel mounted on a carriage with large bronze spoked wheels and independent limon.

The carriage and limon are made of natural green lacquered wood reinforced with wrought iron fittings and assembly parts, demonstrating careful workmanship faithful to the style of the arsenals. This type of ceremonial cannon was part of a tradition of commemoration and honor, intended to commemorate service rendered or to be awarded as a mark of official distinction in the form of a symbolic gift during the Napoleonic campaigns.

Époque Empire (circa 1790–1815)

Good condition:

Some accessories and pins on the wheel hubs are missing. Empire period (circa 1790–1815) Dimensions:

Total length of the cannon with carriage and limon: 42.5 cm Width 15.3 cm

Length of bronze barrel: 28 cm

Wheel diameter: 15 cm on the carriage and 8.5 cm on the limon

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