Tellurium - 1850-1900

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Antique tellurium demonstration device from Germany by Rath, dating to ca. 1850–1900, metal construction of cast iron and brass, in antique style, model Orrery, base about 60 cm long with a 20 cm diameter foot, height about 35 cm, weight 3.911 kg, in reasonable condition.

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Tellurium, circa 1850
Probably an educational-aid manufacturer Rath in Leipzig.
Bottom of the base marked WP4900
Length approx. 60 cm
Diameter of the base approx. 20 cm

This is an (incomplete) antique demonstration device to show the Sun–Earth–Moon system
The illumination of the Sun on Earth and Moon was presented by means of a candle with a mirror behind it (both not present).
The Earth and Moon were represented by a small globe with the Moon as a small ball on a rod.
As it turned, the operation of the seasons was demonstrated.

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Tellurium, circa 1850
Probably an educational-aid manufacturer Rath in Leipzig.
Bottom of the base marked WP4900
Length approx. 60 cm
Diameter of the base approx. 20 cm

This is an (incomplete) antique demonstration device to show the Sun–Earth–Moon system
The illumination of the Sun on Earth and Moon was presented by means of a candle with a mirror behind it (both not present).
The Earth and Moon were represented by a small globe with the Moon as a small ball on a rod.
As it turned, the operation of the seasons was demonstrated.

Ships well packed

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
3911 g
Metal type
Brass, Cast iron
Type
Tellurium
Number of objects
1
Model
Orrery
Material
Metal
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Antique
Manufacturer/brand
Rath
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
35 cm
Width
60 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
The NetherlandsVerified
4440
Objects sold
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