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Mid-Twentieth Century Aluminum Gyroscope Compass Scientific Tool
$750
£571.38
€652.07
CA$1,053.93
A$1,148.60
CHF 608.23
MX$13,795.84
NOK 7,700.34
SEK 7,079.70
DKK 4,870.27
About the Item
Manually manipulated blue and silver anodized aluminum gyroscope composed of two gimbal rings, a central rotor, spine axle, frame and base (ca. late 1940s/early 1950s, USA).
The rotor in this case is a cube representing azimuth - the angle between North, measured clockwise around the observer's horizon, and a celestial body (sun, moon). Hence, the presence of both "N" and "E" compass directions on the rotor.
The gimbals denote "elevation" and "roll."
Interesting piece which serves as both scientific tool and modernist decorative object.
Very good, vintage condition with patina/light wear to the aluminum, as shown.
H: 7" x L: 7.88" x D: 5.25"
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20.02 cm)Depth: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Aluminum,Anodized
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:ca. late 1940s/early 1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good, vintage condition with patina/light wear to the aluminum, as shown.
- Seller Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: SKU000047991stDibs: LU1444242198492
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