Loading

Solar quadrant

Master of Baltimore18th century

Museu Marítim de Barcelona

Museu Marítim de Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain

Octagonal universal solar quadrant, made out of brass. It has a collapsible pin showing the latitude points, and the table is circular and also collapsible. It is engraved with floral decorations and has Roman numerals. There is a compass in the centre. It has the following inscription beneath the latitudes of Spain’s cities: Elev Poli / Cadix Sevillia / Carthagena 37 / Valentia 40 Madrit / Barcellona 41 / And Vogl

Show lessRead more
  • Title: Solar quadrant
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date: 18th century
  • Physical Dimensions: 1,3 x 7,5 x 6,9 cm
  • Type: Scientific instrument
  • Medium: Engraved brass
Museu Marítim de Barcelona

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Home
Discover
Play
Nearby
Favorites