Simple Theodolite and Sundial, German, Early 17th Century, German? | |
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| Inventory Number: | 35939 |
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| Subject Classification(s): | Billmeir Collection By Collection |
| Accession Number: | 1957-84/252 |
| Brief Description: | Square brass plate on wooden base with a triangular fretwook extension to accommodate a brass rule with sights and a linear scale. The plate with degree and 'hour' scales, a pivioted alidade with folding sights, inset ivory compass and string gnomon dial. |
| Primary Inscriptions: | "DO" on the sundial. |
| Provenance: | Presented by J. A. Billmeir. |
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| Material(s): |
Gilt brass (perhaps copper) wood and ivory |
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