Portable Wood and Brass Sundial from Dollond London, 1880

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Elegant 19th-century portable sundial, signed “Dollond London”, finely crafted in wood and brass. The renowned Dollond family of London were … Read more Elegant 19th-century portable sundial, signed “Dollond London”, finely crafted in wood and brass. The renowned Dollond family of London were among the most distinguished makers of scientific instruments in the 18th and 19th centuries, celebrated for their precision and quality. This compact piece combines technical ingenuity with refined design, serving both as a functional instrument and as a beautiful collectible object.

Dimensions (closed): 6 × 6 × 2 cm (2.4 × 2.4 × 0.8 in). A rare and finely made English sundial, representing the excellence of Dollond’s craftsmanship and an exceptional addition for collectors of antique horology and navigation instruments. See less