Post-medieval Anders - 20 mm

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Two miniature weapons from the Gesink Collection: a 16th‑century bronze/brass hand firearm of 68 mm length and 22.4 g with concentric circles, and a 17th‑century lead cannon of 53 mm length and 46 g with a vent hole, originating from the Netherlands and dating to the 16th–17th centuries; acquired in 1995 from a Dutch antique dealer.

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Two miniature weapons: a 16th-century bronze/brass handheld firearm. Decorated with concentric circles. Length 68 mm, weight 22.4 g. A 17th-century lead cannon with a touch hole. Length 53 mm, weight 46 g. These two objects come from the 'Gesink Collection', formed in the 1990s.

Both objects are depicted in the book: 'Handbook for Metal Detector Enthusiasts' from 2022 (p. 277). (ISBN 9789083098319). Origin Netherlands. Shipping free with Track & Trace by mail.

Two miniature weapons: a 16th-century bronze/brass handheld firearm. Decorated with concentric circles. Length 68 mm, weight 22.4 g. A 17th-century lead cannon with a touch hole. Length 53 mm, weight 46 g. These two objects come from the 'Gesink Collection', formed in the 1990s.

Both objects are depicted in the book: 'Handbook for Metal Detector Enthusiasts' from 2022 (p. 277). (ISBN 9789083098319). Origin Netherlands. Shipping free with Track & Trace by mail.

Details

Culture
Post-medieval
Century/ Timeframe
16e en 17e eeuw
Name of object
Anders
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
20 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1995
Width
57 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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