Félix Delamarche - Technical instrument - France - 1800-1850 - Globe stand
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A French Ptolemaic armillary sphere, made of wood, card and printed paper, dating from 1800–1850 and attributed to Félix Delamarche.
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Ptolemaic Armillary Sphere – attributed to Félix Delamarche – Paris, around 1820–1835
Rare French Ptolemaic armillary sphere, a didactic instrument intended for the study of astronomy and geography, attributable to the Parisian producer Félix Delamarche (1779–1835), a famous maker of globes and spheres in Paris, successor to his father Charles-François Delamarche.
The instrument consists of a wooden and cardboard frame clad with engraved and printed papers, mounted on an elegant turned base.
The various rings bear numerous astronomical and geographical indications: graduations, climate zones, a calendar and zodiac signs depicted, notably Scorpius and Cancer.
The quadrants also feature tables of latitudes and longitudes of European cities, including Dublin, Danzig, Edinburgh and Frankfurt.
This arrangement is characteristic of the pedagogical armillary spheres produced by the Delamarche house in Paris in the early 19th century. Several preserved or documented examples show construction and information organization that are very similar.
The sphere is currently incomplete: the small terrestrial globe that originally occupied its center, as well as certain movable elements of the astronomical system, are missing. On known Delamarche exemplars, this central globe often bears the cartouche or the manufacturer’s signature; its disappearance therefore does not allow definitive attribution.
Nevertheless, the whole retains a large portion of its original engraved papers, particularly evocative, with a fine old patina.
Paris, first third of the 19th century, around 1820–1835.
Attributed to Félix Delamarche and his workshop.
Instrument incomplete. Central terrestrial globe and various movable elements missing. Wear, browning, stains, gaps and lifts of papers, minor damage and signs of use consistent with age.
Beautiful overall patina.
Rare testimony to French scientific and pedagogical instruments of the early 19th century, particularly decorative despite its flaws.
Photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before placing a bid.
The object will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery. It will be partly dismantled to prevent damage.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
Translated by Google TranslatePtolemaic Armillary Sphere – attributed to Félix Delamarche – Paris, around 1820–1835
Rare French Ptolemaic armillary sphere, a didactic instrument intended for the study of astronomy and geography, attributable to the Parisian producer Félix Delamarche (1779–1835), a famous maker of globes and spheres in Paris, successor to his father Charles-François Delamarche.
The instrument consists of a wooden and cardboard frame clad with engraved and printed papers, mounted on an elegant turned base.
The various rings bear numerous astronomical and geographical indications: graduations, climate zones, a calendar and zodiac signs depicted, notably Scorpius and Cancer.
The quadrants also feature tables of latitudes and longitudes of European cities, including Dublin, Danzig, Edinburgh and Frankfurt.
This arrangement is characteristic of the pedagogical armillary spheres produced by the Delamarche house in Paris in the early 19th century. Several preserved or documented examples show construction and information organization that are very similar.
The sphere is currently incomplete: the small terrestrial globe that originally occupied its center, as well as certain movable elements of the astronomical system, are missing. On known Delamarche exemplars, this central globe often bears the cartouche or the manufacturer’s signature; its disappearance therefore does not allow definitive attribution.
Nevertheless, the whole retains a large portion of its original engraved papers, particularly evocative, with a fine old patina.
Paris, first third of the 19th century, around 1820–1835.
Attributed to Félix Delamarche and his workshop.
Instrument incomplete. Central terrestrial globe and various movable elements missing. Wear, browning, stains, gaps and lifts of papers, minor damage and signs of use consistent with age.
Beautiful overall patina.
Rare testimony to French scientific and pedagogical instruments of the early 19th century, particularly decorative despite its flaws.
Photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before placing a bid.
The object will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery. It will be partly dismantled to prevent damage.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Félix Delamarche
Country of Origin
France
Material
Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
50 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
Title additional information
Globe stand
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