Antique Compasses

Early twentieth century ships binnacle with mushroom top, gimballed compass, three legged stand, etc. Meticulously polished and lacquered.

Painted shortly before the proclamation of Ferdinand, then only eight years old, as King of Naples, it depicts them in their study, compass in hand and before a globe. In 1751 he was...

The North Sea lies along the upper edge, and a decorative compass rose sits near the lower right, guiding orientation.

Numerous settlements are identified, including Demani, labeled as “Ville capitale ou Demeure du Roy,” indicating the royal residence and political center of the island at the time. A...

The shoreline, anchorage, landing points, and compass rose emphasize the Cape’s role as a critical resupply and control point on global trade routes linking Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Small globe with compass. Refined and with attention to detail in the slightest detail.

Polished and lacquered mushroom style hood and compass cowl. Very rare dry card compass on hanging gimbal, all polished to perfection.

 Vintage Round Winegrower Coffee Table made from a reclaimed winegrower's tabletop. We made compass legs to give it a 50's look. We took great pleasure in restoring value to this ti...

After the introduction of the compass and astrolabe by the Portuguese during the Momoyama period (1573–1615), map making became considerably more accurate.

Decorative cartouches, compass roses, and neatline borders add elegance without overpowering the geography.

A very stylish late nineteenth century desk clock with integrated compass, reminiscent of the Industrial series of clocks by Andre Guilmet.

Hood has side burners to illuminate compass inside. Compass can be viewed through the front glass window.

Untitled map of the North Sea, top left a large compass rose, bottom right Dunkirk (Duinkerke / Dunkerque), France.

Surrounding the main illustration are 17 diagrams depicting smaller boats, shipbuilding tools, and essential navigational instruments such as a compass and a "quinoctial compass." Th...

Apr. 1. 1791’, pivoted via the poles within a brass meridian ring divided for degrees, and set within engraved paper horizon ring with compass points and degrees in both directions, ...

. * Decorative title cartouche upper right and scale of “lieues communes de France” cartouche top left. * Compass roses and rhumb lines radiating from the anchor points, typical of 1...

A gorgeous antique engagement ring, showcasing a solitaire 5.19 carats old European cut diamond certified by GIA as N color and VS1 clarity, set with a unique compass basket setting....

The hand-colored borders mark the administrative divisions, and a decorative compass rose and union reference chart are included.

Good pair of late 19th Century English or Scottish mixed wood treen coffee and tea containers, having compass star inlaid turned lids over turned bodies of mixed mahogany and birch s...

A round mirror in the style of Libertys, in hammered copper and featuring four blue cabuchons set in copper mounts at the compass points. Original beveled circular plate mirror glass.

Hand-colored borders outline the county’s administrative divisions, and the map includes topographical shading, roads, rivers, and a decorative compass rose. A union reference key is...

County borders are hand-colored and the map includes a decorative compass rose and a reference to the seven administrative unions.

The map also shows neighboring counties including Herefordshire, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Oxfordshire. A decorative compass rose completes the elegant composition. Condition: The ...

Hand-colored borders outline the county and a decorative compass rose enhances its historical charm. Condition: The map is in good antique condition with light even toning and wid...

The county's roads, rivers, and hilly terrain are finely engraved and shaded, while original hand coloring outlines the administrative divisions. The map includes a compass rose and ...

Radiating rhumb lines converge on a central compass point, emphasizing the chart’s navigational purpose.

The map is oriented with north to the left – noted by the two bold compass roses. Topographical features are shown and waterways identified.

The engraving is adorned with a compass rose and a bar scale (in feet), helping situate the temple's orientation and dimensions.

Sides framed by geometric wooden inlays. Front with compass opening. Upper surface and front opening not relevant.

The map shows shaded terrain, rivers, and coastal outlines, with hand-colored borders dividing the county’s various unions. A decorative compass rose and a reference key add historic...

The map features original hand coloring that outlines the county borders and includes shaded topographical elements to show the landscape. A decorative compass rose and a reference t...

County borders are hand-colored and a decorative compass rose enhances the visual appeal. A reference to the administrative unions adds historical context.

Adding to its refinement, two tiny old-cut diamonds glisten at the ring’s compass points, imparting just the right touch of sparkle and balance.

Fortifications, such as Fort Dauphin, are also indicated. A large compass rose in the upper left provides orientation, and the scale is given in common French leagues.

Settlements such as Quito, Lima, Truxillo, and Cuzco are labeled, reflecting the colonial centers of Spanish South America at the time. A large compass rose decorates the lower left...

The engraving also includes a decorative title cartouche in the lower right and a simple compass rose orienting the map north-south. Marked “Tome 3, N° 4” and engraved by Porlier (P...

Oval viewing port exposes the gimbaled compass marked with makers name of a "Lietz of San Francisco" with serial number "15332".

Includes two cartouches and compass rose. Published by J. Janssonius, circa 1640.

Katharina-berg*, the highest peak in Egypt * *Dal Raha* and *Dal Melgah*, surrounding valleys * *Berg Horeb* and *Mosesberg*, biblical landmarks * Various small structures denoting *...

County borders are highlighted in original color, and a decorative compass rose enhances the classic design. A reference to the county divisions or unions is included.

It is finely drawn and engraved, with a decorative compass rose and a reference to the various hundreds (administrative divisions) at the top.

Original antique map of Peru. With cartouche, compass rose, ships and two sea-monsters. Published by W.

Solid brass yacht binnacle with highly polished case and compass, sidelight, and carry ring. Maker is Samuel Thaxter of Boston.

Quality, 14-piece instrument set Displays a desirable aged patina Silver nickel tools with fine detail and light tones Presented within a leather textured carry case — some wear c...

The charming ribbon-style title cartouche and compass rose further enrich the aesthetic appeal.

The mirrored surface is etched with a central compass rose enclosed in a geometric border. Below the top, the frieze is fitted with mirrored panels framed in silvered bronze, decorat...

Baumann and Kinzelbach were based in Stuttgart, Germany, and in addition to crafting surveying instruments and compasses, also created a 2-foot tall "comet seeker" used at the Gotha ...

Originally this was a ship’s binnacle - used to house a compass - but after its long working life this binnacle (or rather the top part) was transformed in to a very desirable table ...

Binnacle is fitted with an interior gimballed compass that remains horizontal and level when the vessel pitches and rolls at sea.

The six-sided Skylight top houses. A gimballed Compass. Iron compensating balls are mounted to brackets.

Mougin. on th etop of the clock a second dial housing a mercury thermometer and compass with fahrenheit and reaumur scales. Mougin was a major french clockmaker from the mid ninetee...

The bottom portion features a plan of Heliopolis, the ancient city of the sun, including a central enclosure, directional compass, and structural remnants. These plans are found in ...

At its core, the composition is anchored by a commanding stepped medallion, whose central bar motif reaches outward like a stylized mesa or ceremonial compass. Surrounding this motif...

The lower part of the sheet features a finely engraved inset panorama view of Batavia seen from the sea, depicting the fortifications, church towers, and surrounding mountains, frame...

Mid nineteenth century gimballed compass by Ritchie of Boston. Varnished mahogany base with thick brass tab feet.

The left portion of the map includes attractive topographical details such as stylized mountain ranges, rivers, and a decorative compass rose. On the right, a wide panel of explanato...

These details reflect the practical and statistical purpose of the map, making it both a decorative piece and an informative record of 19th-century administration. A compass rose at ...

The binnacle pedestal holds a gimballed brass compass with engraved bezel from E.S Ritchie Boston and 1886, 1888, and 1890.

He is most famous for introducing Mercators Projection, a system which allowed navigators to plot the same constant compass bearing on a flat map.

Supported in an ungraduated, half-meridian arc, sitting atop a wooden stand with an inset compass, the front dial gives the time zones of various cities, with a rotating volvelle. 9...