Octagonal brass equatorial sundial, made by Johann Schrettegger (1764-1843),
€ 850.-
Octagonal brass equatorial sundial, made by Johann Schrettegger (1764-1843),
Dimensions
5 cm
Circa
late 18 century
Maker
Johann Schrettegger (1764-1843),
Country of manufacture
Germany
Description
Octagonal brass equatorial sundial, made by Johann Schrettegger (1764-1843), Augsburg, Germany, late 18 century
Needle gnomon from the center of the circle calibrated in numbers to represent hours for the northern hemisphere. Circle hinged to octagonal base. Quadrant scale calibrated in degrees from vertical to horizontal with Arabic numerals. Top engraved Compass with original needle and glass.
size 5 cm wide
With the original box and the original description in the French and German language,
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Dealer information
Early Science
Early Science antiques was founded in 1978 by Fred de Vree based in the Netherlands where I can also be visited by appointment. I have been active for 4 decades as an antiqair and auctioneer, the last 20 years of which are specialized in scientific antiques. I visit collectors and fairs in many European countries. looking for special items please feel free to contact me by Phone or email ,if you need any information on my listed items or something you are looking for 0031653132842 [email protected]
