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Culverin or canon

Pollonio di Niccolo Perusini, 1533

This canon is notable among surviving pieces of early ordnance in bearing the date, place and name of the founder. It is rare to find this combination of foundry skill and high relief, elaborate decoration (which is of the bearded heads of satyrs).

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Title of artwork, date

Culverin or canon, 1533

Date supported

2003

Medium and material

Copper alloy, probably bronze

Dimensions

84 cm

Grant

25000

Total cost

45000

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