Equinoxial dial - Lot 49

Lot n° 49
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Equinoxial dial - Lot 49
Equinoxial dial Rare form of a universal equinoxial dial signed "CHAPOTOT à Paris", circa 1700. The rectangular base is fitted with three wedge screws and bears the engraved names of the cities A time circle graduated from XII to XII x 2, and subdivided at 15 minutes, is attached by a hinge at the top of the base. The gnomon is graduated on its lower edge with a 40-55° scale allowing the dial to be adjusted for different latitudes of use. Two holes in the table at the level of the names of Dijon and Venice mark the position of a now missing compass. 16.6 x 16.6 cm
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