Model Artillery with Field Carriage 1580 - 1600

This bronze model of a field artillery piece with a carriage, created between 1580 and 1600 by Germain Pilon, showcases the intricate detail and artistry of 16th-century French metalwork. Pilon, renowned for his sculptures and bronze castings, crafted this realistic miniature, likely intended as a decorative object or a study piece for aspiring artisans. The model, which can be found at the Art Institute of Chicago, captures the technical precision and functional beauty of military weaponry during the Renaissance era.