Antique French-Style Teakwood Pillar Canon | Circa 1890, Hyderabad
Command attention with this striking late 19th-century teakwood pillar canon, masterfully handcrafted in Hyderabad and inspired by classical French military design. Originally part of Hyderabad’s colonial-era artillery tradition, this rare piece reflects a unique blend of Indo-European craftsmanship and historic purpose.

Expertly carved from solid teakwood, the canon showcases finely aged patina and fully functioning wheels, still intact and operational—a remarkable testament to its preserved structural integrity. Though the wheels display minor wear, they remain fully mobile, offering authentic mechanical charm alongside decorative appeal.

This singular canon dates to around 1890, a time when French advisors, under the Nizam of Hyderabad, collaborated with local craftsmen to establish some of India’s earliest state-of-the-art gun foundries. It was in this period that French revolutionary influence merged with Indian traditions to produce distinctive artillery forms like this one—elegant in form, powerful in presence.

Historical Legacy & Design Origins
During the Napoleonic era, the Nizam of Hyderabad allied with the French, raising a 14,000-strong army under the revolutionary tricolour. As part of this strategic alliance, the French set up modern foundries and canon factories in Hyderabad. This teakwood canon is believed to originate from that very period—a direct result of Franco-Indian military collaboration and craftsmanship.

Key Features
→ Antique teakwood canon, handcrafted in Hyderabad circa 1890
→ Designed in the classical French military style
→ Made from dense, high-quality solid teakwood, with deep natural aging
→ Working wheels allow for full movement; signs of authentic age-wear remain
→ Evokes Hyderabad’s colonial military legacy and artisan heritage
→ A singular piece—not a pair, truly one of a kind
→ Ideal for heritage interiors, museum-style displays, or collector décor
→ Rich patina and historic detailing for visual and narrative impact

Material: Solid Teakwood
Origin: Hyderabad, India
Era: Circa 1890 (Late 19th Century)
Condition: Excellent structural integrity; wear consistent with age

Delivery Details
Due to its weight and size, this item will be hand-delivered or made available for collection by arrangement. Please contact us to discuss bespoke delivery options.

This extraordinary piece of heritage is only available at Regen Bespoke, where historical craftsmanship and rare design converge.