A MID-19TH CENTURY ARMILLARY SUN DIAL
unsigned, constructed in copper with ecliptic numbered I to XII internally and inscribed LUX DIEI ['new light'], mounted on tapered base with holes for screw fixing -- 15.5in. (39.5cm.) high
Sold for £682
Estimated at £200 - £400
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A MID-19TH CENTURY ARMILLARY SUN DIAL
unsigned, constructed in copper with ecliptic numbered I to XII internally and inscribed LUX DIEI ['new light'], mounted on tapered base with holes for screw fixing -- 15.5in. (39.5cm.) high
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019
Pictures and Naval - 1-61
Sailor Art - 65-97
Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125
Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167
Instruments 170-249
Ship Models - 250-287
Viewing
Saturday, 27th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Sunday, 28th April
(12noon - 5pm)
Monday, 29th April
(10am - 5pm)
Tuesday, 30th April
(10am - 11am (limited view only))