Ship's compass - Bronze, Wood

An interesting marine navigation compass mounted on a gimbal system, preserved in its square-format wooden box, an attractive piece of nautical instrumentation from the first half of the 20th century.
The compass features a copper-toned metal body mounted inside a wide tilting ring, a system traditionally used in navigation to allow the instrument to maintain a stable position despite the vessel’s movements.
Particularly interesting is its double marking. On the outer metal ring is engraved the inscription “STANLEY – LONDON,” while on the compass rose itself one can clearly read “C. PLATH HAMBURG” and “GERMANY.”
The dial presents a full graduation from 0 to 360 degrees, indications of the cardinal points and their subdivisions, with a black-and-white graphic design of excellent legibility.
The set is housed in a wooden box made specifically to accommodate the instrument, with a hinged lid and red fabric interior lining. At the top of the lid there is an inlaid decoration in the shape of an anchor, reinforcing the maritime character of the piece.
Due to its constructive and stylistic features, the set can be prudently dated to the first half of the 20th century, approximately c. 1930–1950.
It shows signs of age and use appropriate to its nature and era, especially visible in the box, the interior lining, and the metal surfaces, which retain an attractive patina. Overall it is in good vintage condition and preserves a notable presence as an antique navigation instrument and a maritime collectible.