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19th-century Cast-iron Signal Mortar on Oak Carriage
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19th-century Cast-iron Signal Mortar on Oak Carriage

19th century
Description

A characterful 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar, the substantial ring-turned barrel mounted at an inclined angle upon a solid oak carriage. The timber base is fitted with decorative brass carrying handles, retaining chains and ornamental brass mounts.

The ironwork has developed a dark, aged patina, complemented by the warm colour and natural wear of the oak. Originally intended for signalling or ceremonial use, it now makes an unusual decorative or collectors’ piece.

The mortar has not been tested, and the bore appears to have been blocked or deactivated. It is offered strictly as a decorative antique.

Dimensions

Height: 9.5 inches – 24cm

Width: 12.5 inches – 32cm

Depth: 5 inches – 13cm

Barrel Outer Diameter: 3.5 inches – 9cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Signal Mortar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230674
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Description
A characterful 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar, the substantial ring-turned barrel mounted at an inclined angle upon a solid oak carriage.
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The timber base is fitted with decorative brass carrying handles, retaining chains and ornamental brass mounts.
Shackladys Antiques
fig 1. A 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar mounted at an angle on a dark oak carriage with brass side handles and chains.
fig 1. 19th-century Cast-iron Signal Mortar on Oak Carriage

The ironwork has developed a dark, aged patina, complemented by the warm colour and natural wear of the oak. Originally intended for signalling or ceremonial use, it now makes an unusual decorative or collectors’ piece.

fig 2. A 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar mounted at an angle on a dark oak carriage with brass side handles and chains.
fig 2. 19th-century Cast-iron Signal Mortar on Oak Carriage

The mortar has not been tested, and the bore appears to have been blocked or deactivated. It is offered strictly as a decorative antique.

Dimensions

Height: 9.5 inches – 24cm

Width: 12.5 inches – 32cm

Depth: 5 inches – 13cm

Barrel Outer Diameter: 3.5 inches – 9cm

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Signal Mortar to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230674
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Archive I A 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar mounted at an angle on a dark oak carriage with brass side handles and chains.

19th-century Cast-iron Signal Mortar on Oak Carriage

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Shackladys Antiques
Telephone 01244 316 394 or 07769 200 346
Location
34 Spital Walk
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5DB
United Kingdom
By appointment only
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Shackladys Antiques
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A 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar mounted at an angle on a dark oak carriage with brass side handles and chains.
19th-Century Cast-Iron Signal Mortar On Oak Carriage
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A 19th-century cast-iron signal mortar mounted at an angle on a dark oak carriage with brass side handles and chains.
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FAQs

Signal mortars were compact artillery pieces designed to produce a loud detonation without firing a heavy projectile. They were primarily utilised on ships and coastal stations to signal fog warnings, start yacht races, or sound alarms.

These objects generally consist of a heavy cast-iron or bronze barrel set into a solid wooden carriage, often made from durable oak or mahogany. Brass or iron mounts, chains, and side handles were frequently incorporated to secure the barrel and facilitate transport.

Authentic period mortars feature cast-iron barrels showing natural surface pitting and patina, along with hand-forged or cast brass hardware. The wooden carriage typically exhibits historical wear, tight grain structures, and period-correct joining methods such as square pins or brass screws.

A signal mortar serves as a striking focal point when displayed on a dark wood mantelpiece, a library bookshelf, or an executive office desk. Pairing it with antique leather-bound books or brass nautical instruments enhances a classic, curio-focused aesthetic.

The cast-iron barrel should be kept free from moisture and dusted with a dry, soft cloth, with an occasional light coat of microcrystalline wax to prevent oxidisation. The oak carriage can be preserved using a quality beeswax polish to nourish the wood and maintain its finish.
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