Adler AIS | Details

Object number

A-95
Classification

Time Finding
Object name

Sundial
Title

Sundial: Augsburg-type
Creator

Willebrand, Johann Mathias
Description

Octagonal silver plate resting on 3 turned legs. Hour ring with Arabic numerals inside. Pointing hand on ring indicates latitudes. Complete plumb-bob holder of gilt brass. Compass rose has arrow for magnetic deviation [~7°W).
Inscription/Sig.

"Johann Willebrand in Augspurg 48" on bottom.
Date

c. 1700
Material

gilt brass, silver
Place Of Prod.

Germany

Dimensions

Frame