Sextant - Brass - navigation , scientifique et optique , maritime

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Paul Wullems
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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  € 150 - € 200
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This maritime navigation instrument allowed the measurement of the altitude of celestial bodies in order to determine position at sea. It is equipped with optical filters, a graduated arc, and precision adjustment screws, features typical of classic sextants. Its solid brass construction and its case attest to careful workmanship and professional use. A beautiful historic object with a strong decorative character, ideal for collection or a marine and vintage ambiance. some traces due to age.

Iconic piece of scientific and optical instrumentation, highly sought after by enthusiasts of ancient navigation, vintage maritime, scientific curiosities, industrial design, steampunk, and high-end marine decoration.
Ideal for a collection, display cabinet, cabinet of curiosities, or nautical decoration.
( theodolite , compass , protractor , dry compass , marine chronometer , telescope , spyglass )
Excellent overall condition with natural patina on the brass, time traces coherent with age.
A rare, authentic, collector’s item with timeless charm.

This maritime navigation instrument allowed the measurement of the altitude of celestial bodies in order to determine position at sea. It is equipped with optical filters, a graduated arc, and precision adjustment screws, features typical of classic sextants. Its solid brass construction and its case attest to careful workmanship and professional use. A beautiful historic object with a strong decorative character, ideal for collection or a marine and vintage ambiance. some traces due to age.

Iconic piece of scientific and optical instrumentation, highly sought after by enthusiasts of ancient navigation, vintage maritime, scientific curiosities, industrial design, steampunk, and high-end marine decoration.
Ideal for a collection, display cabinet, cabinet of curiosities, or nautical decoration.
( theodolite , compass , protractor , dry compass , marine chronometer , telescope , spyglass )
Excellent overall condition with natural patina on the brass, time traces coherent with age.
A rare, authentic, collector’s item with timeless charm.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
navigation , scientifique et optique , maritime
Country of origin
Asia
Material
Brass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
22 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
Sold by
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Objects sold
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