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Antique Vineyard Setter
s Compass, French, Brass, Surveyor
s Instrument, C.1900
$2,265.19
£1,645
€1,922.37
CA$3,098.70
A$3,377.42
CHF 1,785.61
MX$40,657.77
NOK 22,663.89
SEK 20,778.16
DKK 14,360.16
About the Item
This is an antique vineyard setter's compass. A French, brass surveyor's instrument with mahogany case and stand, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Measure out your plot with this delightful antique surveyor's compass
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Brass case shows appealing golden tones, with an attractive polished finish
Set within a quality mahogany case, dressed with a brass handle and rotating clasps
Dashing cylindrical form with a large compass dial set within the top surface
Vernier adjustment dials to the trailing edge, with a sliding needle lock to one side
Compass winds in French - Nord, Est, Sud and Ouest and the intercardinal points NE, SE, SO and NO
Blue magnetic point with a silvered setting hand, and degree marks to the circumference
Barrel engraved with the maker's mark 'H. Morin, 11 Rue Dulong, Paris'
Mounts upon a turned support with wide circular base
Maker's engraving to case lid and label situated within the lid reverse
The stand base dressed with a protective baize in bright emerald green
This is a superb antique vineyard setter's compass, with a quality finish and charming French annotations to the large dial. A treat for the desktop or field use. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Case width: 20.5cm (8'')
Case depth: 10.5cm (4.25'')
Case height: 10.5cm (4.25'')
Compass width: 8cm (3.25'')
Compass depth: 8cm (3.25'')
Compass height: 18cm (7'')
Compass on stand width: 12.5cm (5'')
Compass on stand depth: 12.5cm (5'')
Compass on stand height: 26cm (10.25'').
- Dimensions:Height: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.86311stDibs: LU2645330183912
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