Compass - Brass, Glass, Bronze - C. Plath / W. Bollwinkel
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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 € 250 - € 300
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A genuine bronze/brass and glass liquid compass with a cardan suspension to keep it level, dating to the 1950s–1960s (also listed as 1960s–1970s), signed W. Bollwinkel on the rim with Hamburg markings and produced by C. Plath, in good, working condition; diameter 20 cm, overall dimensions about 24 x 24 x 10 cm.
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Description from the seller
Beautiful and authentic bronze/brass surface-mounted fluid compass, mounted in a gimbal suspension so the instrument stays horizontal as the ship moves.
This type of compass was used on smaller seafaring vessels and fishing boats as a reliable navigation instrument.
On the edge is signed W. Bollwinkel, with the compass rose bearing the designation Hamburg and the mark of the well-known German manufacturer C. Plath. This indicates production or delivery via Hamburg, the center of maritime instrument making.
The compass is in good working condition: the needle rotates smoothly and steadily. The bronze housing has a beautiful, natural patina.
A decorative and functional maritime object, very suitable for collectors of nautical instruments or as a stylish interior piece.
The diameter of the compass is 20 cm.
Many photos have been added so the condition of the compass can be assessed well. Also a photo with a pen so the size can be determined accurately.
Photos are part of the description.
The compass will be very well packed, insured, and mailed by registered post with a track and trace code.
See my other listings as well and possibly save on shipping costs.
Ships not to the United States.
Seller's Story
,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities.
The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation.
We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints.
If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards
Beautiful and authentic bronze/brass surface-mounted fluid compass, mounted in a gimbal suspension so the instrument stays horizontal as the ship moves.
This type of compass was used on smaller seafaring vessels and fishing boats as a reliable navigation instrument.
On the edge is signed W. Bollwinkel, with the compass rose bearing the designation Hamburg and the mark of the well-known German manufacturer C. Plath. This indicates production or delivery via Hamburg, the center of maritime instrument making.
The compass is in good working condition: the needle rotates smoothly and steadily. The bronze housing has a beautiful, natural patina.
A decorative and functional maritime object, very suitable for collectors of nautical instruments or as a stylish interior piece.
The diameter of the compass is 20 cm.
Many photos have been added so the condition of the compass can be assessed well. Also a photo with a pen so the size can be determined accurately.
Photos are part of the description.
The compass will be very well packed, insured, and mailed by registered post with a track and trace code.
See my other listings as well and possibly save on shipping costs.
Ships not to the United States.
Seller's Story
,We specialize in antique maritime objects. But also more recent maritime objects, old measuring devices and other curiosities.
The customer comes first with us. We try to handle everything as well as possible and to take care of the shipment in a very good way. If the buyer is not satisfied, we always come to a solution together. See our reviews for confirmation.
We appreciate personal contact, even if there are complaints.
If several lots are purchased in the same auction, we will calculate the cheapest shipping costs based on registered shipping. Shipping costs that are too much collected by Catawiki will be reimbursed to you afterwards
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
C. Plath / W. Bollwinkel
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Brass, Bronze, Glass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
10 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
24 cm
Military Context
No
Weight
7500 kg
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970
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