Spherical Brass Astrolabe Vintage Decoration Astronomy A Wooden Tripod Gifts

Spherical Brass Astrolabe Vintage Decoration Astronomy A Wooden Tripod Gifts. An astrolabe is a measuring instrument used in astronomy and navigation from ancient times to the beginning of the 18th century, used to determine the position of celestial bodies above the horizon and to determine your own position.

They were used by, among others Copernicus, Galileo, Heweliusz and thousands of sailors lost in the seas and oceans. The era of the astrolabe ended only with the introduction of the sextant. The astrolabe remains a symbol of faith in progress, science and technology. At the same time, it expresses the human longing for what has passed, for a certain lifestyle, for journeys into the unknown, for adventures.

It is a beautiful, atmospheric item. A great gift for an astronomer, a gift for an astronomy lover; a perfect gift for a sailor, a great gift for a sailor. Dimensions: Height 93 cm (36.61 in), dia. 35cm (13.77 in) astrolabe; 50cm (19.68 in) leg spacing. Possibility to adjust the height of the tripod. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Sculptures & Figurines". The seller is "affordablerality" and is located in this country: LT. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Material: Brass
Shape: Asymmetrical
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Large
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 2022
MPN: 220900
Additional Parts Required: No
Suitable For: Floor, Furniture
Department: Teens, Adult
Care Instructions: Easy Care
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: 93 cm (36.61 in)
Style: Art Deco
Features: Boxed, Glitter, Indoor
Finish: Antique
Room: Any Room
Engraved: No
Handmade: Yes
Pattern: No Pattern
Character: Astrolobe
Signed: No
Color: Brown
Subject: Astrolabe
Brand: Giftdeco
Type: Figurine
Customized: No
Packaging: Box
Collection: Astronomy
Theme: Historical Figures
Original/Reproduction: Original
Time Period Manufactured: 2020-Now
Country/Region of Manufacture: Poland
Character Family: Spherical astrolobe