Mountings Collection

British gunners, Battle of the Somme, WW1
British gunners in action during the Battle of the Somme, First World War. Their guns are on " Percy Scott" mountings, with rather colourful camouflage paint. Date: 1918

Advertisement for Swan Pens, by Mabie, Todd and Co. Captioned, Send a Swan!, and Give Swans this Xmas!, with illustrations of ladies pens with rolled gold or sterling silver mountings

Armoire in Ebony with Inlays of Engraved Brass and White Metal. Chased Ormolu Mountings
LLM461222 Armoire in Ebony with Inlays of Engraved Brass and White Metal. Chased Ormolu Mountings. The Royal Monogram of Ls Reversed within the Turquoise Blue Oval Medallions. Boulle

Turkish Earthenware Iznik Jug - Utrecht Silver-gilt mounts (hallmarks of about 1580). Date: 16th century

40mm Bofors Light a guns on Mark II mountings
Photograph: 40mm Bofors Light a guns on Mark II mountings and Ducks stockpiled in England prior to D Day. Associated with D Day, World War Two, North West Europe (1944-1945)

Medieval battle. Miniature. 15th century. Chateau of Chantilly. France

Grave goods from Dollerup in Jutland. Two drinking horns wit
Grave goods from a rich double burial of a magnate and his wife found at Dollerup in Jutland. In the womans grave lay two drinking horns with bronze mountings. National Museum of Denmark

Pierriers / Pattereras
PIERRIERS, vulgarly called PATTERERAS a variety of light open-breech cannon on swivel mountings Date: 1788

Tenure Horn of Ivory, Steel Mountings, 1869

Hydraulic jack being used to adjust the mountings of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, France. Engraving from La Nature (Paris, 1888)

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"Mountings: A Glimpse into the World of Artillery, Pens, and Decor" In the midst of the Battle of the Somme during World War I, British gunners skillfully maneuvered their weapons on mountings to defend their positions. The deafening roar of artillery echoed across the battlefield as these brave soldiers fought valiantly for their country. Meanwhile, in a different realm entirely, an advertisement for Swan Pens by Mabie, Todd and Co. Caught the attention of pen enthusiasts. Captivating illustrations showcased elegant ladies' pens with rolled gold or sterling silver mountings. The caption read "Send a Swan. " and urged readers to "Give Swans this Xmas. " - a perfect gift for those seeking sophistication in writing instruments. Across town at Vickers-Armstrong Elswick Works in Newcastle Upon Tyne, engineers meticulously crafted 40mm Bofors Light guns on Mark II mountings. These formidable weapons were designed to protect naval vessels from enemy aircraft during times of conflict. Moving away from weaponry but still within the realm of craftsmanship, an armoire adorned with engraved brass and white metal inlays caught many eyes. Its chased ormolu mountings added opulence while displaying the royal monogram within turquoise blue oval medallions - a true masterpiece designed by Jean Berain. Venturing further into history, a Turkish earthenware Iznik jug gleamed with Utrecht silver-gilt mounts. This exquisite piece showcased cultural fusion through its intricate design and craftsmanship. A glimpse into medieval times revealed miniatures depicting fierce battles at Chateau de Chantilly. Pierriers and pattereras mounted on fortified walls launched projectiles towards enemies below - strategic warfare captured in stunning detail. Delving deeper into ancient burial customs at Dollerup in Jutland unveiled grave goods that included two drinking horns with ornate mounts. These artifacts provided insight into social rituals and traditions practiced centuries ago. Not all they were for war or decoration; some served practical purposes.