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Volta electric cannon - Volta cannon (Study of static, electrical phenomenon) | McCord Museum
Canon électrique de volta
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Canon électrique de volta
Canon électrique de volta

Volta electric cannon

Volta cannon (Study of static, electrical phenomenon)
Marks or Labelssur la base: 362
Date 1770-1800
Medium / Technique Wood; glass; metal: brass
DimensionsHeight: 45 cm (17 11/16 in.) Diameter: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.) Length: 60 cm (23 5/8 in.)
ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Electrical & Magnetic T&E - Electrical Magnetic Measurement
Origin Dijon, Bourgogne, France, Europe
Object Number1983.26.13
DivisionMaterial Culture - Objects of Science and Technology
CollectionStewart
CreditPurchase
Status
Not on view

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