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. — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: 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.
Brand: Dorne, George
Price: 748 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Model: Noon Cannon No. 2

Shelf or Mantel Novelty Dorne, George United States auction

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Sale date 5/15/2010

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Maker Dorne, George
Model Noon Cannon No. 2
Type Shelf or Mantel Novelty
Country United States
Price type auction
Date 5/15/2010
Source R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

nice example in very clean condition; one of Dorne's nicest reproductions. Ht 9"

Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts