armillary sphere - Armillarium on a stand - 1990-2000
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Decorative armillary sphere on a stand, made of cast brass with a wood-look resin base, dating to 1990–2000 in the Netherlands; height 24.5 cm, width 19 cm, depth 11 cm, in good condition with minimal signs of wear.
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Armillary sphere made of cast brass, with a wood-look base.
Netherlands, circa 1990-2000
Beautiful decorative armillary (also known as armillariesphere), a historical astronomical instrument used to display the movements of celestial bodies. The model in the photos is a decorative version made of brass with a wood-look base, (resin) equipped with engraved zodiac signs.
What is an armillarium? An armillary is a model of the celestial sphere, built from metal rings (Latin: armilla, meaning "bracelet") that represent the main circles of the sky. In the center there is usually a small globe representing the Earth.
What was it used for? Astronomy & Education: The instrument helped astronomers and students visualize the positions of stars, the celestial sphere, and the ecliptic (the Sun's apparent path).
Navigation: In the 15th and 16th centuries it was used in seafaring to determine geographic location and time.
It measures approximately 24.5 cm high and 19 cm wide.
Beautiful on a desk or sideboard.
Condition: in good condition with minimal signs of use.
Photos are part of the description.
These were taken under artificial light; the color may vary.
It is well packed and shipped by registered mail.
Jiljes where quality and service come first.
Armillary sphere made of cast brass, with a wood-look base.
Netherlands, circa 1990-2000
Beautiful decorative armillary (also known as armillariesphere), a historical astronomical instrument used to display the movements of celestial bodies. The model in the photos is a decorative version made of brass with a wood-look base, (resin) equipped with engraved zodiac signs.
What is an armillarium? An armillary is a model of the celestial sphere, built from metal rings (Latin: armilla, meaning "bracelet") that represent the main circles of the sky. In the center there is usually a small globe representing the Earth.
What was it used for? Astronomy & Education: The instrument helped astronomers and students visualize the positions of stars, the celestial sphere, and the ecliptic (the Sun's apparent path).
Navigation: In the 15th and 16th centuries it was used in seafaring to determine geographic location and time.
It measures approximately 24.5 cm high and 19 cm wide.
Beautiful on a desk or sideboard.
Condition: in good condition with minimal signs of use.
Photos are part of the description.
These were taken under artificial light; the color may vary.
It is well packed and shipped by registered mail.
Jiljes where quality and service come first.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Type
armillary sphere
Title additional information
Armillarium on a stand
Material
Brass, Resin
Country of origin
Netherlands
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24.5 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
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