Compass In A Box
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes
Stoneware
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Tin
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s North American Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique 1880s North American Nautical Objects
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Knife Boxes
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Knife Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1950s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1950s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1930s North American Scientific Instruments
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Vintage 1940s North American Scientific Instruments
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Scientific Instruments
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Desk Sets
Metal
Vintage 1930s Scientific Instruments
Bakelite
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Aviation Objects
Brass
Vintage 1930s Industrial Aviation Objects
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Early 20th Century French Scientific Instruments
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Antique 1870s American Scientific Instruments
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Antique 1890s Italian Scientific Instruments
Oak
Vintage 1930s British Colonial Aviation Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Nautical Objects
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Nautical Objects
Brass
Vintage 1920s Norwegian Scientific Instruments
Wood
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Alabaster, Gold
2010s British Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Alabaster, Bronze
Antique 1890s Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1910s Aviation Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
1990s European Post-Modern Desks
Cherry
Late 20th Century French Games
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Antique Late 17th Century European Baroque Games
Birch, Olive, Walnut
20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Barware
Porcelain
Vintage 1940s British Posters
Paper
Vintage 1940s French Posters
Paper
Early 20th Century Bajan Folk Art Nautical Objects
Shell
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Glass
Antique 1870s British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century American Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Mid-17th Century Maps
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Rocking Chairs
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1930s French Posters
Paper
Antique 1890s American Nautical Objects
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Vases
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1940s British Posters
Paper
Vintage 1940s British Posters
Paper
Vintage 1960s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique Early 1800s American American Colonial Painted Furniture
Paint
Antique Early 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Antique 1820s English Early Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Shagreen
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- What is a pocket compass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A pocket compass consists of a magnetic needle encased in a nonmagnetic case that allows the needle to freely swing over a graded face or dial. A pocket compass is a timeless instrument — it can be used for research or navigation in remote areas as well as in dark and foggy conditions. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage pocket compasses.
- What is a nautical compass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A nautical compass is a compass made up of parallel or bundled needles that are permanently connected to the card and used to display directions (north, east, south, and west) as well as their immediate points. Compared to an electronic device equipped with GPS, a compass is inexpensive, has a low risk of malfunctioning and is a lightweight instrument. Compasses were once indispensable for sailors navigating the high seas. Find a collection of antique and vintage nautical compasses on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pocket compass is used for navigation. The magnetic needle turns until one end points north and the other points south. You can use this information to orient yourself and choose which direction to travel. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and vintage pocket compasses.
- What is a marine compass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A marine compass is a kind of magnetic compass commonly found on boats. These have been used for centuries by seafarers, and antique examples command enthusiasm from collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find antique and contemporary compasses from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a compass while on the ocean, hold the compass in front of you. One end of the needle will point toward north, and the other will face south. Determine where you are by examining the markings on the dial. You can then use a deviation card to chart your course. On 1stDibs, find a selection of compasses.
- How do antique compasses work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.
- What is a sea compass called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea compass is known as a gyroscopic compass or gyrocompass. A gyroscopic compass is favored for ships because it’s a non-magnetic compass based on the rotation of the earth to dictate direction, unaffected by the ship’s steel hull. Shop a collection of vintage compasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A binnacle is the housing space for a ship’s compass. It’s designed to counter the magnetic deviation that might be caused by the fact that a ship is made of iron. To be effective, binnacles needed to be made of non-ferrous materials, meaning they could not contain any iron. Find a collection of vintage and modern binnacles on 1stDibs.
- What is a camphor box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Camphor boxes are storage boxes traditionally used to transport precious items like silk, porcelain and tea from China to Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. Camphor wood served as the material for these highly decorative boxes because it was durable and naturally repellent to moths and other pests. Find a selection of camphor boxes on 1stDibs.
- What is a bentwood box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A bentwood box is a traditionally crafted style of a box from a single piece of wood that has been steamed and bent to form a box. Three of its four corners are bent at a 90-degree angle, with the fourth corner pinned, stitched, or glued in place. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary bentwood boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a blanket box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A blanket box refers to a piece of storage furniture that is primarily used to store blankets and quilts. Find a collection of antique and vintage blanket boxes on 1stDibs today.
- What is a book box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a lacquerware box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lacquerware box is a box that has been coated in lacquer to give it a distinctive decorative look. The material underneath the lacquer can vary and can be decorated with carving or painting as well. Shop a collection of lacquerware boxes from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a firewood box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A firewood box is a storage container designed to hold firewood. Normally, people place the boxes next to the fireplace to keep wood within easy reach. Wood and metal are the materials most frequently used to produce the boxes. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage firewood boxes.
- What are lacquer boxes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Lacquer boxes are 20th century Russian boxes. The boxes feature miniature paintings and are not made out of wood as appears, but are crafted from papier-mâché instead. Shop a collection of lacquer boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a shadow box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A shadow box is a shallow enclosed case, usually with a glass front, in which something, often a sentimental object, is set for protection and display.
- What is a smoking box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Also known as a smoking cloche, a smoking box is a glass domed lid that covers a wooden plate. It’s used to give cocktails a smokey flavor.
- What is an apothecary box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021An apothecary box is a type of small cupboard or trunk formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments and drawers. Today, apothecary boxes are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decorative objects. Shop a range of antique and vintage apothecary cabinets on 1stDibs.
- What is a butterfly box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A butterfly box is a nesting box built for butterflies to have shelter during nasty weather. These boxes are usually made of wood and have multiple vertical openings for butterflies to enter. These boxes will not only add up the beauty of your garden but also will help the population of butterflies to sustain. Shop a range of butterfly boxes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
- What is a Battersea box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Battersea box is part of the wider umbrella of Battersea enamelware, a kind of painted enamelware produced in England in the mid-18th century. Considered to be of incredibly high quality, pristine examples of this enamelware are highly sought after by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Battersea enamelware from some of the world’s top sellers.
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