29th Apr, 2009 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Popham)

 
  Lot 144
 

144

[M] A RARE LYNSTOCK <br/>the turned tapering shaft...

A RARE LYNSTOCK
the turned tapering shaft inscribed IHS 1763 flanking a heart motif, hooped grip with suspension loop, carved 'snarling' dog's head with muzzle bored at an angle to receive a taper (areas of scorching) -- 18in. (46cm.) long
This method of igniting cannon rapidly lost favour with introduction of safer flintlock mechanisms and "portfire" pistols which did not require an exposed taper and which could be operated at a safe distance by a length of string. The heart motif is suggestive of an East India Co. association.

Sold for £682
Estimated at £500 - £800

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


 
A RARE LYNSTOCK
the turned tapering shaft inscribed IHS 1763 flanking a heart motif, hooped grip with suspension loop, carved 'snarling' dog's head with muzzle bored at an angle to receive a taper (areas of scorching) -- 18in. (46cm.) long
This method of igniting cannon rapidly lost favour with introduction of safer flintlock mechanisms and "portfire" pistols which did not require an exposed taper and which could be operated at a safe distance by a length of string. The heart motif is suggestive of an East India Co. association.
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