This 20th century cast brass cannon measures at approximately 23 inches from the muzzle to end of the ball. "The War That Made America" is cast in raised letters on top of the cannon tube, in reference to the French and Indian War. There is no vent hole, but the bore is drilled out and measures at just under an inch. The carriage is iron and measures 27 inches long with 14 inch diameter iron wheels. Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection

Very fine overall with attractive bright brass, and some light paint chips on the carriage and wheels.