Lot n° 20
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Universal equinoctial sundial in brass and... - Lot 20 - Euvrard & Fabre
Universal equinoctial sundial in brass and iron. Type of table sundial invented by Meurand and described in Bedos de Celles' 1774 work.
Square-based turntable with plumb bob and stabilizing screw. Bears the number 5.
Probably a period ptototype for the development of a universal sundial.
Similar examples by Meurand are in the Greenwich Museum.
18th century 12.5 x 12.5 cm
Provenance: Victor RASQUIN Collection
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