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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).
More information
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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