Large Compass , Rose Des Vents, Nicolas Bion, Louis XIV Period
Artist: Nicolas Bion
Brass instrument, on a square base 14.3 cm square. Central circle: 11.5cm diameter.
Elegant wind rose, 16 directions, decorated with a fleur-de-lis in the north direction, with engraved indication of the intermediate directions, on each of the branches of the rose. Large signature at the base of the square support.
Magnetic needle having suffered a little, engraved circle of degrees, needle stop by lateral cursor,
Condition of discovery, small wear and imperfections, stains,
Nicolas Bion (1652-1733) was the Louis XIV King's engineer for mathematical instruments.
Elegant wind rose, 16 directions, decorated with a fleur-de-lis in the north direction, with engraved indication of the intermediate directions, on each of the branches of the rose. Large signature at the base of the square support.
Magnetic needle having suffered a little, engraved circle of degrees, needle stop by lateral cursor,
Condition of discovery, small wear and imperfections, stains,
Nicolas Bion (1652-1733) was the Louis XIV King's engineer for mathematical instruments.
750 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Good condition
Material: Brass
Length: 14,3cm
Width: 14,3cm
Reference (ID): 645061
Availability: In stock
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