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Object number
A-304a
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Classification
Paper Instrument
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Object name
Astrolabe
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Title
Astrolabe: Western, Double
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Creator
Habrecht II, Isaac
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Description
Manuscript on thick card. Horizon plate of stars of northern and southern hemispheres and zodiac. Revolves within a semi-circular sleeve calibrated to show the hour. Respective rule on face for each hemisphere. 408 star markers.
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Date
c. 1628
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Material
cardboard, ink
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Technique
Manuscript, Black ink
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Place Of Prod.
France
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Dimensions
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Metric(cm) |
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35.8 |
| Width |
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33.7 |
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0.3 |
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| Height |
14 2/16 |
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35.8 |
| Width |
13 5/16 |
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33.7 |
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Frame
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