Butterfield Type Mono-latitude Horizontal Dial
Unsigned, 18th century, gilded brass. Unsigned Butterfield type dial. Octagonal plate supported by a compass and a small baluster foot. The time scale engraved on the plate is numbered in black enamelled Roman numerals: "III-XII" - "I-VIII" and divided every half hour, the hour lines radiate towards the center engraved with a plant decoration . Triangular gnomon, in gilded brass, without decoration, hinged and folding. The dry cell compass is recessed and has no inscription, the needle is in blued steel, it is covered with a flat glass set with a gilded brass washer.
400 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Brass
Length: 7,8 cm
Width: 6,9 cm
Reference (ID): 1355142
Availability: In stock
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