France, 20th century. - Lot 208

Lot n° 208
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France, 20th century. - Lot 208
France, 20th century. A scaled-down replica of a 12-caliber Valée-system artillery cannon, designed for black powder firing. Caliber approximately 22 mm. The barrel is made of wood with metal reinforcements; the wheels have wooden spokes and are rimmed with steel. The gun is made of bronze. It comes with its accessories, including a loading and cleaning swab and a scoop. Length 75 cm x Width 39 cm x Height 30 cm. Wheel diameter 30 cm. Barrel length alone: 46 cm. (High-quality craftsmanship, showing signs of wear and age. In good condition). Note: The 12-pounder Valée-system cannon is a French artillery piece developed between 1825 and 1831 under the direction of Marshal Sylvain Charles Valée, and adopted in 1828 (following a reorganization in 1827). It improved upon and succeeded the famous Gribeauval system.
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