3rd Nov, 2015 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Encounter')

 
Lot 248
 

248

[M] A POCKET COMPASS SUNDIAL BY ELLIOTT BROTHERS,...

A POCKET COMPASS SUNDIAL BY ELLIOTT BROTHERS, CIRCA 1870
with 1½in. silvered dial signed Elliott Brothers / 440 Strand / London, mounted on lacquered brass bedplate with three levelling screws, two bubble levels, folding latitude scale and hour ring with folding gnomon, contained within plush-lined Morocco case with label on base, overall -- 3½in. (9cm.) wide; together with an early 19th-century brass pocket compass sundial, unsigned and lacking case
(2)

Sold for £1,017
Estimated at £250 - £350

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Silvering worn on both examples; the case is missing a small section to the base back right.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 
A POCKET COMPASS SUNDIAL BY ELLIOTT BROTHERS, CIRCA 1870
with 1½in. silvered dial signed Elliott Brothers / 440 Strand / London, mounted on lacquered brass bedplate with three levelling screws, two bubble levels, folding latitude scale and hour ring with folding gnomon, contained within plush-lined Morocco case with label on base, overall -- 3½in. (9cm.) wide; together with an early 19th-century brass pocket compass sundial, unsigned and lacking case
(2)
File Upload

Drag and drop .jpg images here to upload, or click here to select images.