SPAIN, 17th century bronze salute or signal cannon, dated 1675, of diminutive size, the barrel decorated with floral designs, carry handles formed as dolphins, coat of arms crest to body, (460mm long, 6.3kg weight), on custom wooden stand. Very fine with original attractive patina, very scarce.
Ex Gregory J. Smith Collection. Purchased from Flairs Antiques, 2 October 1971. With original receipt, collector's card description and further research.