Maritime object - Wood, Brass- maritime astrolabe

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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  € 130 - € 200
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Description from the seller

These nautical instruments, often made of brass and wood, were essential for Portuguese navigators to determine latitude at sea.
The piece shown is a replica based on historical models.
The object features a movable alidade in the center to measure the altitude of celestial bodies above the horizon.

diameter-25cm

Please observe the photos carefully to avoid any fraud
Don't miss this great opportunity of this lot and good luck with the auction
It will be packed with great care and shipped by registered mail

These nautical instruments, often made of brass and wood, were essential for Portuguese navigators to determine latitude at sea.
The piece shown is a replica based on historical models.
The object features a movable alidade in the center to measure the altitude of celestial bodies above the horizon.

diameter-25cm

Please observe the photos carefully to avoid any fraud
Don't miss this great opportunity of this lot and good luck with the auction
It will be packed with great care and shipped by registered mail

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
maritime astrolabe
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Brass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
35 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
20th century
PortugalVerified
1042
Objects sold
100%
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