Cylindrical boxwood sundial, circa 1750
€780
Circa
1750
Country of manufacture
France
Description
Tall cylindrical sundial, known as a shepherd’s sundial, made of turned boxwood. Unsigned, but French, dating from the first half/mid-18th century.
The dial is in very good condition, and the boxwood has acquired a beautiful antique patina.
The brass gnomon is beautifully carved (no missing parts).
Beautifully turned at the base of the cylinder and rounded shape of the rotating cap, equipped with a brass loop for hanging the instrument during use or transport.
11.5 cm high including the hanging loop and 3 cm in diameter.
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Dealer information
Le Zograscope
Established by Alexandre Piffault in 2014 and based in Paris at 5 rue de Condé, 75006, very close to Odéon, Le Zograscope specializes in antique and rare books in Science, Medicine and Technology, and rare antique instruments in the same fields. We have especially a strong interest in early and continental microscopy, early and special mathematical/drawing instruments, medical and surgical instrument, and rare technology.
Personnal website : https://www.lezograscope.com/
