A French set of mathematical instruments by Butterfield
€590
Circa
early 18th
Maker
Michel Butterfield
Country of manufacture
France
Description
A French set of mathematical instruments by Butterfield
A nice French set of mathematical instruments composed of a half goniometer, a dividers and a “pied du Roy” with plumb bob.
First half of 18th century, Paris.
Very well made, also a Tichonic scale is engraved on the “pied du Roy”.
Dimension: goniometer 9,7cm; dividers 10,5 cm.
Michel Butterfield (1635-1724), working from 1677.
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Alpha et Omega
Alpha Et Omega
Alpha et Omega is a recently established firm, based in Milan, Italy. We specialise in antique Scientific Instruments and rare Books to supply collections worldwide. Focus is given to optical and time-related instruments, especially before the Industrial Revolution but we are also interested in rare-to-find scientific and natural items and wunderkammer objects. Alpha et Omega also deals in rare books related to Early Science and Scientific Instruments. Please feel free to contact us for individual requests or desiderata.
