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Object number

M-252
Title

Sundial: Magnetic Azimuth
Creator

Habermel, Erasmus
Description

Square dial constructed from a circle riveted to a square of gilt copper. Hinged arm fixed with brass spring in corner of plate. When vertical, its shadow is used to align dial. The entire dial is currently mounted in a modern wooden frame.
Inscription/Sig.

"E Habermel fecit" near compass.
Date

c. 1576-1600
Place Of Prod.

Czech Republic

Dimensions

Frame