Sundial and magnetic compass, inserted in a rectangular box with an ivory lid, 18th century (copper)
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Framed Print of Sundial and magnetic compass, inserted in a rectangular box with an ivory lid, 18th century (copper)
MMM5474559 Sundial and magnetic compass, inserted in a rectangular box with an ivory lid, 18th century (copper); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Sundial and magnetic compass, inserted in a rectangular box with an ivory lid. The compass is surrounded by a red circle, with 12 gold Chinese characters representing the 12 directions, and blue needles arranged in an arc shape, topped by a copper pivot. This tiny object can only give time information for the next hour, and is in keeping with the tradition of Japanese Netsuke figurines, used to fasten the belts of male kimonos. Japanese ivory and copper instrument, 18th century.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. © © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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Chinese Alphabet Chinese Characters Chinese Script Chinese Writing Chronometry Compass Compasses Copper Ivory Measure Measurer Multi Function Tool Navigator Scaler Sun Dial Sundial Timepieces Toolkit Weight And Measurement Weights And Measures Work Tools
Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 19.6cm (7.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
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