Lot 5037* - ibid154 Collection Arlette et Antony Embden - online only - mardi, 23. septembre 2025, 13h30
TRAVEL SUNDIAL WITH A COMPASS
German, 17th century and later.
Bronze and brass, partly engraved and gilt. Square baseplate decorated with cherubs, vases with torches, and satyr masks. In the center, a recessed compass case surrounded by a round dial with the hour sequence 4-12-8 and inscribed “Welsch Uhr.” Lyre-shaped plumb-bob and gnomon (loose). On four spherical feet.
14.5 × 14.5 cm, H 7 cm.
Provenance:
Conditionreport:
- Gilding rubbed<br>- Feet probably added later CHF 500 / 800 | (€ 520 / 820)
Vendu pour CHF 500 (frais inclus)