Details
Description
Exceptional and very rare armillary sphere made in Barcelona around 1880 by Faustino Paluzie, one of the most important Spanish … Read more Exceptional and very rare armillary sphere made in Barcelona around 1880 by Faustino Paluzie, one of the most important Spanish makers of scientific and didactic instruments of the 19th century. Constructed from iron, wood, paper, and brass, this finely crafted model combines precision and decorative appeal. The paper rings are printed and hand-colored with celestial and terrestrial references, mounted on a turned wooden base and brass axis. Dimensions: Height: 53 cm (20.9 in) Diameter: 33 cm (13 in) A highly collectible and hard-to-find example of Paluzie’s educational globes and instruments, representing the excellence of late-19th-century Catalan craftsmanship. Ideal for collectors of antique scientific instruments or early cosmographical models. See less
- Dimensions
- 12.99ʺW × 12.99ʺD × 20.87ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- 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
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.