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L' Antiquaire & The Connoisseur, Inc.
36 East 73rd Street
New York City, NY 10021 , United States
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A Copernican Armillary Sphere
$ 44,000
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Tear Sheet Print
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Description
The horizontal zodiacal ring is covered with polychromed printed paper representing the planets. The globe represents the sun. The globe functions with a manual turning system. The colure rings, the equinox and solstice are of wood covered also with printed paper, supported by a central stem above a turned wood black lacquered base.
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More Information
Origin: France Period: 18th Century Materials: Wood, metal Condition: Good. Creation Date: Late 18th century Styles / Movements: Traditional Incollect Reference #: 310882 -
Dimensions
H. 15.5 in; H. 39.37 cm;
Message from Seller:
The gallery deals in European works of art, antiques and paintings from antiquity to the end of the eighteenth century. Under Mrs. Fioratti's direction, the gallery has continued to supply works of art to museums across America and Europe. She has designed interiors in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. Mrs. Fioratti has worked on architectural restorations, and restored a 10th century village near Siena.
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