Compass - Brass
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Selected by Paul Wullems
He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.
Estimate € 70 - € 100
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Description from the seller
Brass Solid-Lug Lifebuoy-Shaped Compass – Ø13 cm – With Teak Case – 1980s – Likely Military Naval Gadget.
Rare and fascinating collectible compass, crafted in solid brass, molded into a small nautical lifebuoy shape.
A decorative yet functional piece, typical of promotional or commemorative items from professional maritime settings.
Completed with its elegant solid teak case, it enhances the maritime character and gives a classic, sturdy appearance, ideal for enthusiasts of nautical instruments, collectors, and lovers of naval design objects.
Main features
Type: lifebuoy-shaped compass
Material: solid brass
Lifebuoy diameter: 13 cm
Case: solid teak
Case dimensions: 15 × 15 × h 6 cm
Era: 1980s
Origin: probably a gadget of the Navy or military/naval promotional use
Conditions: very good; light patina consistent with age.
Notes
A rare and sought-after item thanks to its distinctive shape and material quality. Perfect as a nautical decor element, for marine collections, or as a high-end gift for sea lovers.
Shipping
Very careful packing and tracked shipping.
The stated cost refers to insured truck shipping for continental destinations.
For non-Italian islands, costs are higher but do not exceed the “Rest of the World” rate indicated in the listing.
Brass Solid-Lug Lifebuoy-Shaped Compass – Ø13 cm – With Teak Case – 1980s – Likely Military Naval Gadget.
Rare and fascinating collectible compass, crafted in solid brass, molded into a small nautical lifebuoy shape.
A decorative yet functional piece, typical of promotional or commemorative items from professional maritime settings.
Completed with its elegant solid teak case, it enhances the maritime character and gives a classic, sturdy appearance, ideal for enthusiasts of nautical instruments, collectors, and lovers of naval design objects.
Main features
Type: lifebuoy-shaped compass
Material: solid brass
Lifebuoy diameter: 13 cm
Case: solid teak
Case dimensions: 15 × 15 × h 6 cm
Era: 1980s
Origin: probably a gadget of the Navy or military/naval promotional use
Conditions: very good; light patina consistent with age.
Notes
A rare and sought-after item thanks to its distinctive shape and material quality. Perfect as a nautical decor element, for marine collections, or as a high-end gift for sea lovers.
Shipping
Very careful packing and tracked shipping.
The stated cost refers to insured truck shipping for continental destinations.
For non-Italian islands, costs are higher but do not exceed the “Rest of the World” rate indicated in the listing.
Details
Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Asia
Material
Brass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8.5 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
2000-2010
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