12th May, 2015 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Sandwich)

 
Lot 251
 

251

[M] AN ENGLISH BOXWOOD GUNTER OR HORARY QUADRANT,...

AN ENGLISH BOXWOOD GUNTER OR HORARY QUADRANT, POST 1752
scored over one side to the latitude of London (52º), shadow square with positions for five stars, hour scale, degree scale, equinox dates set aligned for the Gregorian calendar, plummet bob hole at apex with remnant edge sights to the right -- 4¼in. (10.7cm.) radius

Ref: Cowham, M. A dial in your Poke, The Dorset Press, 2011, p.32-3

Sold for £992
Estimated at £800 - £1,200

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Remnant brass sight fittings insitu, plugged apex hole, engraving clear and appears unrestored; the back has two holes drilled which may have once been for display purposes, or even a handle? - a third hole in one edge would have stored the plummet bob.


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.

 
AN ENGLISH BOXWOOD GUNTER OR HORARY QUADRANT, POST 1752
scored over one side to the latitude of London (52º), shadow square with positions for five stars, hour scale, degree scale, equinox dates set aligned for the Gregorian calendar, plummet bob hole at apex with remnant edge sights to the right -- 4¼in. (10.7cm.) radius

Ref: Cowham, M. A dial in your Poke, The Dorset Press, 2011, p.32-3
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