Islamic Bronze Astrolabe
Similar Sale History
Recommended Items
Item Details
Description
Circa 19th century AD. A large bronze astrolabe with an elaborate openwork movable upper plate decorated with scrolled foliage and calligraphic script; the securing pin formed as a stylized bird-head; the lower movable plate inscribed with geometric calibration lines; the base plate with central recess and inscribed border, D-shaped extension and suspension ring; the reverse inscribed in quarters, one with a grid filled with asterisks, one with concentric arcs, the lower two with foliate designs and calligraphic panels. Bronze, 5. 64 kg, 38 cm (15").
Condition
Very fine condition, complete
Buyer's Premium
- 20%
Islamic Bronze Astrolabe
Estimate £500 - £600
2 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Essex, ukSee Policy for Shipping
Payment
TOP