Rotating celestial sky (star chart) German C. 1890 – 1910 “A klippel
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Rotating celestial sky (star chart) German C. 1890 - 1910 “A klippel
Dimensions
12 x 12 in. / 30 x 30cm. with stand in total 42 cm high
Circa
1890
Maker
A. Klippel
Country of manufacture
Germany
Description
Rotating celestial sky (star chart) German C. 1890 – 1910 “A klippel
Beautifully printed, rotating volvelle or wheel map showing the months and days of the year, the hours of the day and the stars and constellations of the night sky as seen from central Europe. With instructions for use in German on the back.
Heavy and very nice black leather with gold printing, pasted on heavy cardboard. in excellent condition, on nice stand
runs smoothly. Printed by A. Klippel in Dortmund, Germany. 12 x 12 in. / 30 x 30cm. with stand 42 cm high
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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]
