
A RARE MORO LANTAKA CANNON
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Of characteristic form, bronze with finely molded muzzle and breach, prominent cascabel and trunnions. Well-patinated. C. 1650-1750. Such cannon were popular throughout the Moro lands and Borneo, where they were used on shipboard, the rails of longhouses and other dwellings, and as part of the dowry. Mounted on a hardwood carriage for presentation, probably to a groom. Overall length 20.2cm. Condition II
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0082: A RARE MORO LANTAKA CANNON
Sold for $225
•5 BidsEst. $300 - $500•Starting Price $150
AUCTIONS IMPERIAL JUNE 2022 ARMS & ARMORJun 04, 2022 12:00 PM EDTBuyer's Premium 24.9%
Lot 0082 Details
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Of characteristic form, bronze with finely molded muzzle and breach, prominent cascabel and trunnions. Well-patinated. C. 1650-1750. Such cannon were popular throughout the Moro lands and Borneo, where they were used on shipboard, the rails of longhouses and other dwellings, and as part of the dowry. Mounted on a hardwood carriage for presentation, probably to a groom. Overall length 20.2cm. Condition II
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