Description
Antique Signal Cannon / Borneo Lantaka. More brassware here.
Length: 25 cm / 9.8 inches
Diameter(largest point): 4.8 cm / 1.9 inches (muzzle)
Bore(opening): 1.7 cm / 0.7 inch
Weight: 1.1 kg / 2.4 lb
After packing 2 kg / 4.4 lb
The art of metal-casting was known in the Brunei Sultante as long as the 16th century. Early trade with China, India and the Middle East may have ushered in the craft along with the forms and decorative motifs.
I will ship via Registered Mail, 14 working days worldwide, insured. We ship worldwide.
Value and purpose of cannon:
1.)Decoration
2.)Fighting and defense
3.)Communications
4.)Marking Royal Occasion
5.) Conferring of Awards and Title
6.) Currency and Status Symbol
Tribal Art –
beautiful ornaments, museum quality, fast response and shipping.. well packed.. highly recommended.