Description
- Large architect and mathematical set signed Canivet à la sphère à Paris
- A French brass sector, “Pied de Roy,” bearing the signature of Canivet
- A brass sector signed “demi pied de roy” by Canivet
- An ebony ruler
- A substantial pair of brass and steel dividers with a removable point
- One removable brass point with a small wheel
- One removable steel ink point
- One removable brass point for a pen holder
- A large brass double penholder that can be screwed
- A small brass and steel pair of dividers
The protractor is crafted from Gutta Percha and features intricate polygons.
All items are impeccably housed in their original shagreen case, measuring 19 cm x 9 cm x 4 cm.
This set is in perfect original condition and represents a rare find.
Notably, a similar example is housed in the Louvre Museum’s antique Landau collection.
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Dealer information
Antiques Le Saint Georges
Antiques Le St Georges was established By G.Bruguière de Gorgot in 1981 in south of France and now in Barcelona since 2004 .
We are specialized in Antique scientific instruments: Globes and Planetaria, Microscopes, Sundials, Mathematical instruments and medical instruments.
We advise and supply private collections and international museums.
We also buy valuable instruments.
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Do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] if you are searching for something in particular, or tel: +34637730240 or instagram globeantiquecom.