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Elegant portable brass sundial, finely engraved and signed “Menant à Paris”, demonstrating the precision and artistry of French scientific instrument …
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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)
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- Dimensions
- 0.39ʺW × 1.57ʺD × 2.76ʺH
- Period
- Mid 18th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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