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Sundial with Compass and Case, Bronze, Bion, Nicholas, Paris, 18th Century
By Nicholas Bion
Located in Madrid, ES
Sundial with compass and case. Bronze. BION, Nicholas. Paris, 18th century.
Polygonal sundial
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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
Bronze, Other
H 3.55 in W 2.96 in D 0.79 in
Skull with Sacred Writings and Tablets of the Law - Tempera on Cardboard
Located in Roma, IT
, realized in 1766 by an anonymous artist of the French School of XVIII century.
On the back of the frame
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18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Tempera
H 9.77 in W 10.48 in D 0.48 in
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer
By David Beringer
Located in Milano, MI
Antique 18th Century Diptych Sundial and Compass a portable wooden boxwood sundial with compass, of
Category
Antique Late 18th Century German Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
18th c American Mahogany Dome Top Secretary with Compass Star Inlay
Located in Milford, NH
hinges. Includes locking key. Dates to the 18th century in very good overall condition, with some hinge
Category
Antique 18th Century American Secretaires
Materials
Brass
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This extraordinary 18th-century forged steel compass is a striking piece of historical
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Antiquities
Materials
Iron
H 16.15 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in
Gilt Bronze Boy Allegory of Geography, French, 18th Century
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This charming depiction of a boy measuring the earth with a compass is an allegorical sculpture of
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Formica Compass Coffee/Side Table, Manner Of Fornasetti, Mid Century
Located in Bristol, GB
steel base tipped with brass feet.
The top is printed with a monochrome compass design after an 18th
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
H 18.12 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
18th Century Swedish Carved Mangle Board
Located in Forney, TX
with finely incised detailing, flanked by five compass-drawn decorative circles on the single board
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Primitive Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Large Silver Butterfield Dial French Early 18th Century
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included).
Signed Butterfield, Paris, mid-18th century, the
Category
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Scientific Instruments
Materials
Silver
Antique Map of Japan with Scale and Compass Rose, c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Japan. With scale and compass rose. This map originates from 'Hedendaegsche historie, of tegenwoordige
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
18th Century Portugal Original Antique Engraving by Bowles
Located in Langweer, NL
'. Large and detailed map of Portugal. With nice vignette, compass rose, key and scale. Artists and
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Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Danish Baroque Writing Cabinet With Nautical Compass Decor, Circa 1740's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
the interior cabinet panels has the a four-pointed star decor, representing the compass that keeps us
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Antique Early 18th Century Danish Baroque Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Compass with Pocket Sundial, with Case, Bronze, Butterfield, Michael '1635-1724'
Located in Madrid, ES
continued to work until the early 18th century. Although he was of English origin, he collaborated with the
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Antique Early 18th Century French Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Other
H 2.96 in W 3.35 in D 0.79 in
Sundial and Compass with Case, Schrettegger, Johan, Augsburg, Germany, Ca 1800
Located in Madrid, ES
Sundial and compass with case. Bronze. SCHRETTEGGER, Johan. Augsburg, Germany, around 1800
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Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
Bronze, Other
H 2.76 in W 2.56 in D 0.79 in
French Walnut Chest, Italian Renaissance Style – Late 18th Century
Located in HÉRIC, FR
: Late 18th century
Excellent condition
Waxed finish
Delivery available - Quote upon request by
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Antique Late 18th Century French Renaissance Blanket Chests
Materials
Walnut
Modern Arturo Pani Style Agate Abalone Marble Compass Side Table
Located in Forney, TX
A visually striking Modernist Arturo Pani style compass mounted accent table.
Dating to the late
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Agate, Stone, Marble, Brass
Mazarine Chest Of Drawers / Commode From The Beginning Of The 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
century
The top is centered with a compass rose in a polyglobe pattern framed by circles
Sides veneered
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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 31.89 in W 47.64 in D 24.81 in
A Brass Butterfield Type Dial French Early 18th Century
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Firenze, IT
signed Buterfield A Paris., the octagonal dial with hinged gnomon and bird pointer, inset compass
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Antique Early 18th Century French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out surface, featuring an inlaid compass rose
Located in Cesena, FC
Elegant Louis XVI writing desk with pull-out writing surface, inlaid on the top with a compass rose
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Maple
H 31.5 in W 43.71 in D 22.84 in
English WW2 Era Brass Ship's Pedestal Binnacle Compass by Sestral
By Henry Browne & Son Ltd Sestrel
Located in Forney, TX
(mid-18th century) used iron nails, which were later discovered to cause magnetic deviations in compass
Category
Mid-20th Century English Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass, Iron
China: An Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by E. Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 18th century hand-colored map entitled "A New & Accurate Map of China, Drawn
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
H 15.75 in W 19.75 in
Europe: An Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by E. Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 18th century hand-colored map entitled "A New & Accurate Map of Europe Drawn
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Black Enamel Freemasons' 'Square and Compass'Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
a 3300 sq. ft. chic gallery that more than a shop resembles to a 18th century noble town house
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Dm 0.62 in
Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas: Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 18th century hand-colored map entitled "An Accurate Chart of The Mediterranean
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
Antique Plan of the City of Grave in Holland With Coats of Arms and Compass Rose
By Isaak Tirion
Located in Langweer, NL
arms, compass rose and key. From: Isaak Tirion's 'Hedendaagsche Historie, of Tegenwoordige Staat van
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Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 7.6 in W 9.38 in D 0 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Freemasons' 'Square and Compass'Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
grand façade conceals a 3300 sq. ft. chic gallery that more than a shop resembles to a 18th century
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
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West Africa Entitled "Guinea Propria": An 18th Century Hand Colored Homann Map
By Johann Baptist Homann
Located in Alamo, CA
popular location for trade between Africa, Europe and the Americas in the 18th century.
The very
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century German Maps
Materials
Paper
H 20.5 in W 23.5 in D 0.13 in
Siberia as Explored by Behring: Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 18th century hand-colored map entitled "An Exact Chart of all the Countries
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
Antique Late 18th-Century German Oak and Fruitwood Marquetry Trunk or Chest
Located in Casteren, NL
This rural trunk was made in the countryside of eastern Germany in the late 18th century. The trunk
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Antique Late 18th Century German Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
H 25.2 in W 43.71 in D 25.6 in
Map of the World: An Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by E. Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 18th century hand-colored map entitled "A New & Correct Chart of All The Known
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
Map of the Russian Empire: An Original 18th Century Hand-colored Map by E. Bowen
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an original 18th century hand-colored map entitled "A New & Accurate Map of The Whole
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Materials
Engraving
Two Charts of The English Channel, Each Adorned with Nice Compass Roses, ca.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
the 18th century.
Category
Antique Early 1700s Maps
Materials
Paper
H 10.63 in W 8.08 in D 0 in
Original Antique Engrving of Chinese Tartary in the 18th Century, 1737
Located in Langweer, NL
18th century, is a part of a series delineating sections of the Chinese Tartary region.
It
Category
Antique 1730s Maps
Materials
Paper
West Africa: 18th Century Hand-colored Homann Map Entitled "Guinea Propria"
By Johann Baptist Homann
Located in Alamo, CA
popular location for trade between Africa, Europe and the Americas in the 18th century.
The very
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1740s Other Art Style Prints and Multiples
Materials
Engraving
H 20.5 in W 23.5 in D 1 in
Saint George 17/18th Century Paint Cima Da Conegliano Oli on canvas Old master
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
characteristics of the work allows us to propose a dating of the painting in the late 17th century or early 18th
Category
17th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
18th-Century Biblical Map of the Colonies of Ham: Africa, Middle East and Beyond
Located in Langweer, NL
religious or historical interpretations. They were popular in the 17th and 18th centuries, especially among
Category
Antique 1790s Maps
Materials
Paper
H 9.06 in W 11.03 in D 0 in
Sir Francis Bacon: 18th C. Portrait of Philosopher, Scientist, Author, Statesman
By Jacobus Houbraken
Located in Alamo, CA
This is an 18th century copperplate engraved portrait of Sir Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans
Category
1730s Portrait Prints
Materials
Engraving
Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock
By Jean-Baptiste Albert Baillon III
Located in Palm Beach, FL
base with well articulated architects tools, including a lead ball globe, drafting ruler, compass and
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Clocks
Pair of 19th Century Open Armchairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Richmond, London
A superb quality pair of open armchairs, after late 18th century designs by Gillows of Lancaster
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Magnificent 19th Century Gilt Bronze Marquetry ‘Table Des Muses’ By Beurdeley
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Magnificent Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Inlaid Marquetry ‘Table Des
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Center Tables
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
H 30 in W 42.5 in D 24 in
Architectural Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
18th century Welsh oak low dresser of strong architectural form, the simple planked top over two
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Welsh Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Antique Blue Mid 19th Century French Aubusson Carpet. Size: 15 ft 3 in x 17 ft
Located in New York, NY
, Circa Date: 1860. Size: 15 ft 3 in x 17 ft (4.65 m x 5.18 m)
During the 17th and 18th centuries the
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pair of English Sheraton Style Demilune Inlaid Oak Console Tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Sheraton 18th century demilune shaped oak console tables with an inlaid compass
Category
Antique 18th Century English Sheraton Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Original Antique Map of Martinique Island In The West Indies by Bonne, circa1780
Located in Langweer, NL
-1795 ) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 13.59 in W 10.04 in D 0 in
Antique French Engraving of Mexico with Lots of Details, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Mozambique Channel with Madagascar and Inset of Cape Region, 1780
Located in Langweer, NL
) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
H 14.97 in W 10.24 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Part of Southern Asia by Bonne, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Northern Brazil by Bonne, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Southern Brazil and Uruguay by Bonne, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
: Rigobert Bonne (1727-1795 ) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773
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Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Picardy, Aroits and French Flanders by Bonne, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Engravers: Rigobert Bonne (1727-1795 ) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Guadeloupe with Les Saintes, Grand Bourg and La Désirade, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
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H 10.24 in W 14.97 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Northern Europe by Bonne, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of part of Central and Southern Asia
Located in Langweer, NL
) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Indiarum Occidentalium Tractus Littorales cum Insulis Caribicis / Pascaert van W
By Louis Renard
Located in New York, NY
This early 18th-century engraved map was published by Louis Renard in Amsterdam. The image size is
Category
18th Century Other Art Style More Prints
Materials
Engraving
Antique Print of the Dutch VOC Bombing Palembang, Sumatra (Indonesia), ca.1700
By Pieter Van Der Aa
Located in Langweer, NL
battle in the foreground. Below the burning city, finely engraved ships and a compass rose. The VOC
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
H 12.8 in W 15.75 in D 0.02 in
Antique Map of the Empire of China by Bonne, c.1780
By Rigobert Bonne
Located in Langweer, NL
of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Asia, Showing Tradewinds, Silke Route Cities Etc, c.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Africa with Ocean Currents and Other Details, C.1780
Located in Langweer, NL
Engravers: Rigobert Bonne (1727-1795 ) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century
Category
Antique 18th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
F. Rotig Havre, a Rare Gold Open Face Keyless Quarter Repeating Calendar with Co
Located in London, GB
watch with Compass and Thermometer C1880.
Dial: A beautiful white enamel dial Roman numerals outer
Category
Antique 18th Century French Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial
By David Beringer
Located in Firenze, IT
adjustable collar with turned fruitwood column, onto a rectangular base with inset compass well.
Two labels
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Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Scientific Instruments
Materials
Wood
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