Butterfield Paris 18th-century Solid Silver Sundial Ref. 1161
Butterfield portable sundial, Paris.
The octagonal dial is made of engraved solid silver and features a four-point compass. It is engraved with hour marks in Roman and Arabic numerals. The movable gnomon, featuring a bird, is engraved with scrollwork. The reverse side lists the latitudes of French and European cities; it is signed “Butterfield in Paris.” There are no hallmarks, but it has been tested with a touchstone.
Michael Butterfield (1635–1727) was a clockmaker of English origin who settled in Paris around 1663 and was appointed engineer to King Louis XIV. He worked for the court and founded a shop selling precision instruments under the name “Aux Armes d’Angleterre.”
Period: early 18th century.
Condition: As found; the case is original, made of black shagreen, and the interior is lined with green velvet (worn and faded); the case hinges are loose.
Overall dimensions: 8.5 x 7.5 cm.
Dial dimensions: 7.9 x 6.6 cm.
Total weight: 84 grams.
Dial weight: 46 grams.
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Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Good condition
Material: Sterling silver
Length: dimensions du cadran : 7,9 x 6,6 cm .
Width: dimensions de l'ensemble : 8,5 x 7,5 cm .
Reference (ID): 1784009
Availability: In stock
