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A James Search brass compass sundial, English, circa 1775,

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A James Search brass compass sundial, English, circa 1775,

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Description

A James Search brass compass sundial, English, circa 1775,
signed J Search London, the circular dial with silvered compass rose and chapter ring, shaped brass gnomon, blued steel compass needle, with brass lid,
2/3in x 3 1/3in x 3 1/3in (2cm x 8 1/2cm x 8 1/2cm) when closed
Footnotes:
Provenance:
with Stuart Talbot, London.
Private collection.

James Search worked from 1771-1781 from a workshop in Crown Court, Soho, London.

Condition

Some surface scratches to silvered hour scale and small patches of discolouration, Otherwise complete and in good condition.

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A James Search brass compass sundial, English, circa 1775,

Name: A James Search brass compass sundial, English, circa 1775,
Brand: A. James
SKU: 175394236
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £700 - £1,000

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Starting Price £600

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