Engraved Brass Portable Sundial, Paris, France, 1750

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Elegant portable brass sundial, finely engraved and signed “Menant à Paris”, demonstrating the precision and artistry of French scientific instrument … Read more Elegant portable brass sundial, finely engraved and signed “Menant à Paris”, demonstrating the precision and artistry of French scientific instrument making. This compact and beautifully detailed piece was designed for portable time measurement using the sun’s position, combining both functionality and decorative appeal. The craftsmanship and engraving quality reflect the refinement typical of Parisian instrument makers of the period.

Dimensions: • Case: 8 × 7 × 1 cm (3.1 × 2.8 × 0.4 in) • Sundial: 7 × 6 × 1 cm (2.8 × 2.4 × 0.4 in) See less