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Astronomical Compendium
Signed by Philippe Danfrie
circa 1590; French
Gilt brass and silver; 97 x 97 mm

A finely engraved and proportioned compendium incorporating a nocturnal, universal equinoctial sundial and compass, as well as sights, circle and shadow square. The presence of a coat of arms suggests that the instrument was commissioned by a gentleman or nobleman.

Philippe Danfrie was France's pre-eminent mathematical instrument maker in the second half of the 16th century.

Museum of the History of Science, Oxford
Inventory number 44194

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