Sundial - Brass, Velvet
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Selected by Elena Napoleone
Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Brass meridian sundial with a Dollond London compass in a blue velvet case, dating to the 1980s, with a diameter of about 5 cm and a height of about 2 cm, originating from the United Kingdom, in good used condition and fully functional.
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Sundial with Dollond London Compass in Brass – Blu Velvet Case – 1980s
Elegant and refined collectible instrument composed of a sundial with compass, made of brass and accompanied by its blue velvet case.
A small object of great charm, capable of uniting in a single elegant composition two ancient instruments related to navigation, orientation and timekeeping. The piece evokes the tradition of high-quality scientific and nautical instruments and presents a strong scenographic character despite its extremely compact size.
The sundial with compass is a particularly interesting item for collectors of scientific, nautical and astronomical instruments. The presence of the compass allows correct orientation of the instrument while the sundial uses the Sun’s position to indicate the time.
The operating principle is that of ancient sundials: a small rod or gnomon projects its shadow onto the dial, and when the instrument is correctly oriented toward the North, the shadow allows reading the solar time indicated by the inscriptions on the dial.
The compass therefore plays a fundamental role in orienting the sundial, making this small instrument not only decorative but also an interesting example of the fusion of astronomy, navigation and time measurement.
Main features
Type: sundial with compass
Material: brass
Brand: Dollond London
Era: 1980s
Operation: fully functional
Case: blue velvet
Closed dimensions: diameter about 5 cm, height about 2 cm
Condition
The instrument is presented in overall excellent condition and is perfectly functional. Normal light signs of aging consistent with the period and the vintage nature of the object are present. The blue velvet case completes the presentation elegantly and facilitates conservation.
Notes
Object of notable collecting interest thanks to its small size, the combination of compass and sundial, and the prestigious Dollond London association.
Especially dramatic when displayed with other vintage nautical, scientific or astronomical instruments. Thanks to its size, it can be easily placed on a desk, a bookshelf, a display case or within a collection dedicated to the history of navigation.
A small object with great charm, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of antique nautical instruments, astronomy, exploration and period scientific items.
Shipping
Very careful packing and tracked shipping.
N.B. I AM AWAY ON HOLIDAY; ITEMS WILL SHIP FROM 31/08. THANK YOU.
Sundial with Dollond London Compass in Brass – Blu Velvet Case – 1980s
Elegant and refined collectible instrument composed of a sundial with compass, made of brass and accompanied by its blue velvet case.
A small object of great charm, capable of uniting in a single elegant composition two ancient instruments related to navigation, orientation and timekeeping. The piece evokes the tradition of high-quality scientific and nautical instruments and presents a strong scenographic character despite its extremely compact size.
The sundial with compass is a particularly interesting item for collectors of scientific, nautical and astronomical instruments. The presence of the compass allows correct orientation of the instrument while the sundial uses the Sun’s position to indicate the time.
The operating principle is that of ancient sundials: a small rod or gnomon projects its shadow onto the dial, and when the instrument is correctly oriented toward the North, the shadow allows reading the solar time indicated by the inscriptions on the dial.
The compass therefore plays a fundamental role in orienting the sundial, making this small instrument not only decorative but also an interesting example of the fusion of astronomy, navigation and time measurement.
Main features
Type: sundial with compass
Material: brass
Brand: Dollond London
Era: 1980s
Operation: fully functional
Case: blue velvet
Closed dimensions: diameter about 5 cm, height about 2 cm
Condition
The instrument is presented in overall excellent condition and is perfectly functional. Normal light signs of aging consistent with the period and the vintage nature of the object are present. The blue velvet case completes the presentation elegantly and facilitates conservation.
Notes
Object of notable collecting interest thanks to its small size, the combination of compass and sundial, and the prestigious Dollond London association.
Especially dramatic when displayed with other vintage nautical, scientific or astronomical instruments. Thanks to its size, it can be easily placed on a desk, a bookshelf, a display case or within a collection dedicated to the history of navigation.
A small object with great charm, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of antique nautical instruments, astronomy, exploration and period scientific items.
Shipping
Very careful packing and tracked shipping.
N.B. I AM AWAY ON HOLIDAY; ITEMS WILL SHIP FROM 31/08. THANK YOU.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Brass, Velvet
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Estimated period
1980-1990
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