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Title
Gingal of sprinkhaan
Provided by Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
This is a Wall Gun called ‘Maha Thuwakkuwa’ in Sinhalese and was one of six objects restituted to Sri Lanka in 2023.
English
Provided by Chryshane Mendis
On behalf of ICOMOS Sri Lanka community
On Jun 9, 2026
Description
Twee walbuksen. Loop achtkantig versierd met bladornament in Oosterse stijl. Vuursteen slot. Kropbeugel opengewerkt met Oosterse ornamenten. Lade met steunblokken. 17de Eeuw. Lengte van de loop 1.10 m, kaliber 32 mm.
Provided by Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
Location of creation
No Location of creation available
Material(s)
iron (metal)
brass (alloy)
wood (plant material)
Provided by Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
Date made
Jan 1, 1725 – Dec 31, 1760
Provided by Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
Type(s)
musketoon
Provided by Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
Technique(s)
No Technique(s) available
Maker(s)
No Maker(s) available
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