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A Lantaka Swivel Cannon, 18-19th century

Unknown Indonesian or Bornean gun maker

Hong Kong Maritime Museum

Hong Kong Maritime Museum
Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Lantakas were a favoured weapon of Iranun and Dayak raiders against Chinese traders to the Southeast Asia.

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  • Title: A Lantaka Swivel Cannon, 18-19th century
  • Creator: Unknown Indonesian or Bornean gun maker
  • Physical Dimensions: Width: 117.5 cm Depth: 25 cm Weight: 40,823 g
  • Provenance: Gift of Anthony J. Hardy
  • Rights: ©Hong Kong Maritime Museum
  • Medium: Cast bronze
  • object id: HKMM2010.0174.0001
Hong Kong Maritime Museum

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