George Dorne, New York, No. 2, Circa 1973, Noon cannon. This is a copy based on a French style that was popular in the 18th century. The magnifying glass if set properly would concentrate the light to fire the loaded cannon at 12 o'clock. The setting
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24 October 2024
nice example in very clean condition; one of Dorne's nicest reproductions. Ht 9"
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Noon Cannon No. 2
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748.00
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Dorne, George
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748.00
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R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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George Dorne, New York, No. 2, Circa 1973, Noon cannon. This is a copy based on a French style that was popular in the 18th century. The magnifying glass if set properly would concentrate the light to fire the loaded cannon at 12 o'clock. The setting angle of the magnifying glass can be set depending on the season to make it operate. The longitude and latitude are indicated on the marble base plate. nice example in very clean condition; one of Dorne's nicest reproductions. Ht 9"
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