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Antique Hand-carved Portland Stone and Brass Sundail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-carved Portland stone pedestal with a brass sundial plate.  Base and pedestal, 2 pieces. Late
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Late 17th Century British Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Limestone, Brass

Antique Hand-carved Portland Stone and Brass Sundail
Antique Hand-carved Portland Stone and Brass Sundail

Antique Hand-carved Portland Stone and Brass Sundail

H 50.5 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in
Antique Sundial done in wrought iron and brass with heavy patina, Germany 1800s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful antique Sundial. It is made of wrought iron and brass
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique Sundial done in wrought iron and brass with heavy patina, Germany 1800s
Antique Sundial done in wrought iron and brass with heavy patina, Germany 1800s

Antique Sundial done in wrought iron and brass with heavy patina, Germany 1800s

H 13 in W 9.45 in D 10.24 in
Rare Pilkington & Gibbs Ltd Antique Heliochronometer Sundial
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A rare antique brass heliochronometer sundial by renowned makers Pilkington & Gibbs Ltd. Suitable
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Rare Pilkington & Gibbs Ltd Antique Heliochronometer Sundial
Rare Pilkington & Gibbs Ltd Antique Heliochronometer Sundial

Rare Pilkington & Gibbs Ltd Antique Heliochronometer Sundial

H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
19th Century French Table Sundial And Compass
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Brass sundial with folding gnoman. Wood painted base
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century French Table Sundial And Compass
19th Century French Table Sundial And Compass

19th Century French Table Sundial And Compass

H 3.15 in W 3.15 in D 0.79 in
Rare 12 inches terrestrial globe signed Cary, London United Kingdom 1800.
Located in Milan, IT
plaster polished to perfection, and colored paper gores. The globe is supported by a fully graduated brass
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Early 19th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique Rare 12 inches terrestrial globe signed Cary, London United Kingdom 1800.
Rare 12 inches terrestrial globe signed Cary, London United Kingdom 1800.

Rare 12 inches terrestrial globe signed Cary, London United Kingdom 1800.

H 19.25 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745
By Johann Michael Bergauer
Located in Milano, IT
Johann Michael Bergauer (Simonsfeld, 1676 - Innsbruck, 1745 circa) Mechanical equatorial sundial
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1730s Austrian Baroque Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745
Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745

Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745

H 1.3 in W 4.93 in D 3.51 in
Antique Noon Day Gun Cannon Sundial by Abercrombie & Fitch
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Sandwich, MA
Rare noon day gun cannon sundial by Abercrombie & Fitch circa 1910. Unique garden instrument which
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Early 20th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Noon Day Gun Cannon Sundial by Abercrombie & Fitch
Antique Noon Day Gun Cannon Sundial by Abercrombie & Fitch

Antique Noon Day Gun Cannon Sundial by Abercrombie & Fitch

H 5 in Dm 9.75 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
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Late 18th Century German Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer

18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer

H 0.79 in W 2.37 in D 3.55 in
Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London
Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London

Early 19th Century English Inclining Sundial by William Hawks Grice London

H 2.37 in Dm 2.56 in

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Small, Early 18th Century Sundial Plate
Located in Kent, GB
Brass engraved sundial with the original gnomon. The angle of the gnomon is approximately 51.5
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique Small, Early 18th Century Sundial Plate
Small, Early 18th Century Sundial Plate

Small, Early 18th Century Sundial Plate

H 3.5 in W 5 in D 5 in
Equinoxial Pocket Sundial
By L. Gäfe À Augsburg
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Horizontal octagonal sundial plate decorated with geometric motifs and the flowers. Folding
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Equinoxial Pocket Sundial
Equinoxial Pocket Sundial

Equinoxial Pocket Sundial

Dm 1.89 in
German Sundial 18th Century
Located in Paris, FR
In shape of an octagon, with a compass. Brass.
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18th Century German Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

German Sundial 18th Century
German Sundial 18th Century

German Sundial 18th Century

H 2.21 in W 2.21 in D 0.48 in
Square Sundial Adjustable, 18th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Sundial ajustable with two screw brass.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Square Sundial Adjustable, 18th Century
Square Sundial Adjustable, 18th Century

Square Sundial Adjustable, 18th Century

H 2.56 in W 2.56 in D 0.99 in
18th Century Portland Stone Sundial Pedestal with Brass Dial Plate
Located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
An 18th century Portland stone sundial pedestal with brass dial plate by Thomas Wright, (1711-1786
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Stone

18th Century Portland Stone Sundial Pedestal with Brass Dial Plate
18th Century Portland Stone Sundial Pedestal with Brass Dial Plate

18th Century Portland Stone Sundial Pedestal with Brass Dial Plate

H 43.71 in Dm 17.72 in
Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Paris, FR
Gnomon may be collapsible and is in the shape of bird It s made up of a compass too Signed Butterfield, Paris.
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18th Century French Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century
Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century

Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, 18th Century

H 0.6 in Dm 2.76 in
Brass Sundial Made in the Mid-19th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Brass sundial placed in its original oak wooden box. Cm 7 x 7 x 2 (h). Very good condition and
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1850s French Antique Brass Sundials

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Oak

Brass Sundial Made in the Mid-19th Century
Brass Sundial Made in the Mid-19th Century

Brass Sundial Made in the Mid-19th Century

H 0.79 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Brass Sundial Baradelle a Paris
Located in Firenze, IT
Paris 18th century, signed “Baradelle AParis”, with compass, gnomon with bird shaped pointer, engraved table of latitudes on back, original leather case. Size c. 65 x 75 mm.
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1780s French Louis XVI Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass

Brass Sundial Baradelle a Paris
Brass Sundial Baradelle a Paris

Brass Sundial Baradelle a Paris

H 2.76 in Dm 2.37 in
1921 Antique Brass Sundial Compass Signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA
Located in Milan, IT
Brass sundial compass signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA, 1921. The clock is equipped with a
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1920s American Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

1921 Antique Brass Sundial Compass Signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA
1921 Antique Brass Sundial Compass Signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA

1921 Antique Brass Sundial Compass Signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA

H 0.79 in W 3.08 in D 1.97 in
French Brass Sundial in its original Oak Wooden Box Made in the Mid-19th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Brass sundial placed in its original oak wooden box. French manufacture of the mid-XIX century. Cm
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1850s French Antique Brass Sundials

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Oak

French Brass Sundial in its original Oak Wooden Box Made in the Mid-19th Century
French Brass Sundial in its original Oak Wooden Box Made in the Mid-19th Century

French Brass Sundial in its original Oak Wooden Box Made in the Mid-19th Century

H 0.79 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Early 20th Century Golden Brass Sundial Shaped Table Lamp
Located in IT
Sundial-shaped brass lamp, from France, from early 20th century. Rewired. Customizable lampshade
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Early 20th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Early 20th Century Golden Brass Sundial Shaped Table Lamp
Early 20th Century Golden Brass Sundial Shaped Table Lamp

Early 20th Century Golden Brass Sundial Shaped Table Lamp

H 28.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Pocket sundial
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A nice example of an English brass pocket sundial
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19th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Pocket sundial
Pocket sundial

Pocket sundial

German eqinoctial sundial
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a 17th century German brass and silvered sundial by Lorenz Grassl
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18th Century and Earlier German Antique Brass Sundials

German eqinoctial sundial
German eqinoctial sundial

German eqinoctial sundial

Iron and Brass Armillary
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A very decorative iron armillary with brass globe and accents with movable rings, on a tall turned
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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Iron and Brass Armillary
Iron and Brass Armillary

Iron and Brass Armillary

H 25 in Dm 13 in
Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial
Located in New Orleans, LA
treasure of horological design. Crafted of a gorgeous pair of brass and bronze rings, this elegant ring
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17th Century German Other Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial
Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial

Early Equatorial Sun Ring Dial

H 2.88 in Dm 2 in
17th-Century Armillary Sphere
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Italian brass armillary sphere dates to the 17th century - exceedingly rare for an
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17th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Bronze

17th-Century Armillary Sphere
17th-Century Armillary Sphere

17th-Century Armillary Sphere

H 23.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Antq. Limestone Garden Armillary Decorated w/Signs of the Zodiac
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic early 1900's armillary situated atop a tapered four sided carved limestone column with organic ornamentation on each corner. Perfect most anywhere this original antique armil...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Brass Sundials

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Limestone, Brass

Antq. Limestone Garden Armillary Decorated w/Signs of the Zodiac
Antq. Limestone Garden Armillary Decorated w/Signs of the Zodiac

Antq. Limestone Garden Armillary Decorated w/Signs of the Zodiac

H 69.5 in W 15 in D 15 in
Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden
Located in Knivsta, SE
Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden. By Swedish 18th century
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass, Iron

Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden
Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden

Splendid Gustavian Brass Compass with Sundial, Late 18th Century Sweden

H 0.6 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
A Brass Pocket Sundial And Compass Signed Pigeon A Lion
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Firenze, IT
pocket sundials are tipically made by "Butterfield" of Paris, other makers are considerably rarer.
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Early 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass

A Brass Pocket Sundial And Compass Signed Pigeon A Lion
A Brass Pocket Sundial And Compass Signed Pigeon A Lion

A Brass Pocket Sundial And Compass Signed Pigeon A Lion

H 2.49 in Dm 2.96 in
Butterfield Sundial in Original Case
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a Butterfield design brass pocket sundial by Menant, Paris, presented in the
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Mid-18th Century Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass

Butterfield Sundial in Original Case
Butterfield Sundial in Original Case

Butterfield Sundial in Original Case

H 1.58 in W 2.76 in D 2.56 in
Equinoctial Sundial Engraved Brass and Glass Time Measuring Instrument UK 1840
Located in Milan, IT
Rare tiltable and lockable equinoctial sundial of engraved brass and glass, complete with case
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1840s British Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Equinoctial Sundial Engraved Brass and Glass Time Measuring Instrument UK 1840
Equinoctial Sundial Engraved Brass and Glass Time Measuring Instrument UK 1840

Equinoctial Sundial Engraved Brass and Glass Time Measuring Instrument UK 1840

H 1.97 in W 5.71 in D 5.32 in
A Small Pocket Equinoctial Sundial
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a pocket equinoctial sundial by Troughton and Simms, London. In the original red
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19th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

A Small Pocket Equinoctial Sundial
A Small Pocket Equinoctial Sundial

A Small Pocket Equinoctial Sundial

H 1.19 in W 2.96 in D 2.96 in
18th Century Gilt Brass and Silver Pocket or Miniature Sundial Compass with Case
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine 18th century gilt brass and silver pocket sundial with Travelling case, c. 1750. A
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18th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Silver, Brass

18th Century Gilt Brass and Silver Pocket or Miniature Sundial Compass with Case
18th Century Gilt Brass and Silver Pocket or Miniature Sundial Compass with Case

18th Century Gilt Brass and Silver Pocket or Miniature Sundial Compass with Case

H 1.97 in W 1.97 in D 0.48 in
Early 18th Century German Equinoctial Sundial
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of an Martin of Augsberg equinoctial pocket sundial in original leather and velvet
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Early 18th Century German Antique Brass Sundials

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Silver, Brass

Early 18th Century German Equinoctial Sundial
Early 18th Century German Equinoctial Sundial

Early 18th Century German Equinoctial Sundial

H 2.17 in Dm 2.17 in
Early 20th Century Sundial Lamp with a Heraldic Coat of Arms Brass Shade
Located in Atlanta, GA
The coat of arms is the emblem of Saxony, a historically important territory. The Saxon monarchy was abolished in 1918 during WWI and the defeat of the Germans. The crest is engraved...
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Early 20th Century German High Victorian Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass

Early 20th Century Sundial Lamp with a Heraldic Coat of Arms Brass Shade
Early 20th Century Sundial Lamp with a Heraldic Coat of Arms Brass Shade

Early 20th Century Sundial Lamp with a Heraldic Coat of Arms Brass Shade

H 26 in W 15 in D 7.5 in
19th Century Baroque Style Pocket Compass and Sundial
Located in Essex, MA
A whimsical and curious ebony and ivory diptych sundial, unmarked, mid 19th century, the octagonal
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19th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

19th Century Baroque Style Pocket Compass and Sundial
19th Century Baroque Style Pocket Compass and Sundial

19th Century Baroque Style Pocket Compass and Sundial

H 3.5 in W 2 in
Engraved Boxwood Book Shaped Sundial Antique Time Measuring Instrument 1800s
Located in Milan, IT
Engraved boxwood diptych sundial with brass hinges, book-shaped, English manufacture, first decade
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Early 1800s British Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass

Engraved Boxwood Book Shaped Sundial Antique Time Measuring Instrument 1800s
Engraved Boxwood Book Shaped Sundial Antique Time Measuring Instrument 1800s

Engraved Boxwood Book Shaped Sundial Antique Time Measuring Instrument 1800s

H 0.79 in W 2.96 in L 0.79 in
Early 18th Century Italian Compass, Pierre de Baillou, Milan
By Pierre de Baillou
Located in Milano, IT
Rassegna di Studi e di Notizie, 1973, p. 114). A brass sundial from the first quarter of the 18th century
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1720s Italian Other Antique Brass Sundials

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Brass, Steel

Early 18th Century Italian Compass, Pierre de Baillou, Milan
Early 18th Century Italian Compass, Pierre de Baillou, Milan

Early 18th Century Italian Compass, Pierre de Baillou, Milan

H 0.6 in W 3.82 in D 3.82 in
18th Century German Equinoctial Pocket Sundial and Compass by Ludwig Theodor
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
From the first quarter of the 18th century - a German brass equinoctial pocket sundial by Ludwig
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18th Century German Grand Tour Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

18th Century German Equinoctial Pocket Sundial and Compass by Ludwig Theodor
18th Century German Equinoctial Pocket Sundial and Compass by Ludwig Theodor

18th Century German Equinoctial Pocket Sundial and Compass by Ludwig Theodor

H 6 in Dm 6.5 in
19th Century Equinoctial Pocket Sundial in Original Case, Signed V. Simalvico
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine and rare early 19th century equinoctial pocket sundial in original case, signed V. Simalvico
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Brass Sundials

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Silver, Brass

19th Century Equinoctial Pocket Sundial in Original Case, Signed V. Simalvico
19th Century Equinoctial Pocket Sundial in Original Case, Signed V. Simalvico

19th Century Equinoctial Pocket Sundial in Original Case, Signed V. Simalvico

H 0.87 in Dm 2.96 in
Engraved Boxwood Sundial English Manufacture of the 18th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Engraved boxwood sundial with brass hinges, book-shaped, English manufacture of the second half of
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1770s British Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Boxwood

Engraved Boxwood Sundial English Manufacture of the 18th Century
Engraved Boxwood Sundial English Manufacture of the 18th Century

Engraved Boxwood Sundial English Manufacture of the 18th Century

H 0.79 in W 2.96 in D 2.17 in
Grand Tour French Bronze Arc de Triomphe Egyptian Figure Sundial Sienna Marble
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Sundial superbly mounted on a Sienna Marble base. A black basalt ceramic Egyptian Bust on its original
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19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Siena Marble, Brass, Bronze

Grand Tour French Bronze Arc de Triomphe Egyptian Figure Sundial Sienna Marble
Grand Tour French Bronze Arc de Triomphe Egyptian Figure Sundial Sienna Marble

Grand Tour French Bronze Arc de Triomphe Egyptian Figure Sundial Sienna Marble

H 5.75 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in
Antique Brass Sundial
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique solid brass sundial with wonderful patina. Markings include "J. Adams, London" in script
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19th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Sundial
Antique Brass Sundial

Antique Brass Sundial

H 12 in W 12 in D 0.5 in
19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Basket, Dog Grate with Solid Brass Sundials
Located in London, GB
polished solid brass sundials and decoration. Salvaged from a Cornish manor house and restored to its
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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Basket, Dog Grate with Solid Brass Sundials
19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Basket, Dog Grate with Solid Brass Sundials

19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Basket, Dog Grate with Solid Brass Sundials

H 25 in W 49 in D 17 in
Antique Garden Sundial, English, Stone Column, Brass Dial, Victorian, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique garden sundial. An English, reconstituted stone column with brass dial and
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Late 19th Century British Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Stone

Antique Garden Sundial, English, Stone Column, Brass Dial, Victorian, Circa 1900
Antique Garden Sundial, English, Stone Column, Brass Dial, Victorian, Circa 1900

Antique Garden Sundial, English, Stone Column, Brass Dial, Victorian, Circa 1900

H 26.58 in W 12.8 in D 12.8 in
19th Century Compass Sundial, Jacque Linedal, Dieppe, France
By Jacques Linedal
Located in Milan, IT
A 19th century silvered and gilt-brass horizontal compass-sundial, signed Jacques Linedal fecit a
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19th Century French Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

19th Century Compass Sundial, Jacque Linedal, Dieppe, France
19th Century Compass Sundial, Jacque Linedal, Dieppe, France

19th Century Compass Sundial, Jacque Linedal, Dieppe, France

H 1.75 in W 2.75 in D 2 in
17th Century Armillary Sphere
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional Italian brass armillary sphere dates to the 17th century - exceedingly rare for an
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17th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Bronze

17th Century Armillary Sphere
17th Century Armillary Sphere

17th Century Armillary Sphere

H 23.5 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
19th Century Korean Etched Brass Compass Sundial
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare 19th century Korean compass-sundial, the brass pierced with incised decoration on the
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Mid-19th Century Korean Qing Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

19th Century Korean Etched Brass Compass Sundial
19th Century Korean Etched Brass Compass Sundial

19th Century Korean Etched Brass Compass Sundial

H 3.25 in W 3 in D 4.375 in
19th Century English Regency Brass Pocket Sundial Compass
Located in Stamford, CT
An English brass pocket sundial compass, early 19th century. In a hand turned domed brass case with
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Regency Brass Pocket Sundial Compass
19th Century English Regency Brass Pocket Sundial Compass

19th Century English Regency Brass Pocket Sundial Compass

H 1.25 in Dm 2 in
Brass Pocket Sundial Compass French Late 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Brass octagonal dial with four engraved hour scales
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Brass Pocket Sundial Compass French Late 19th Century
Brass Pocket Sundial Compass French Late 19th Century

Brass Pocket Sundial Compass French Late 19th Century

H 0.79 in Dm 2.76 in
French Equinoctial Compass Sundial
Located in Madrid, ES
Description: This French equinoctial compass sundial is a rare and precious piece. It features a
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1870s Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

French Equinoctial Compass Sundial
French Equinoctial Compass Sundial

French Equinoctial Compass Sundial

H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Antique Nautical Sundial with Scrimshaw
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool antique nautical sundial with scrimshaw on bone inlay, circa late 1800s. The piece is of
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Mid-19th Century North American Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Antique Nautical Sundial with Scrimshaw
Antique Nautical Sundial with Scrimshaw

Antique Nautical Sundial with Scrimshaw

H 8.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.75 in
Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass, Late 18th/Early 19th Century Sweden
Located in Knivsta, SE
Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass and Iron, Late 18th Century Sweden, Stylized Floral
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass, Iron

Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass, Late 18th/Early 19th Century Sweden
Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass, Late 18th/Early 19th Century Sweden

Gustavian Compass with Sundial in Brass, Late 18th/Early 19th Century Sweden

H 0.79 in Dm 2.17 in
Fine Brass Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield Paris, circa 1700
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine brass Anglo-French octagonal pocket sundial with compass by Michael Butterfield, circa 1700
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Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Fine Brass Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield Paris, circa 1700
Fine Brass Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield Paris, circa 1700

Fine Brass Pocket Sundial and Compass by Michael Butterfield Paris, circa 1700

H 2.56 in W 2.29 in D 0.32 in
A Georgian Mahogany Cased Pocket Sundial
Located in Firenze, IT
Shipping policy No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). By W Watkins mathamatical instumen...
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1840s British George IV Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

A Georgian Mahogany Cased Pocket Sundial
A Georgian Mahogany Cased Pocket Sundial

A Georgian Mahogany Cased Pocket Sundial

H 0.79 in W 3.15 in D 0.4 in
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Kleininger
Located in Milano, MI
Antique 18th Century Diptych Sundial and Compass a portable wooden boxwood sundial with compass, of
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Late 18th Century German Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Kleininger
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Kleininger

18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Kleininger

H 0.79 in W 1.97 in D 3.55 in
Portable Equinoctial Sundial Signed Cary, London
Located in Kent, GB
Exquisite brass sundial that retains the original lacquer, though worn through on the areas that
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19th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Portable Equinoctial Sundial Signed Cary, London
Portable Equinoctial Sundial Signed Cary, London

Portable Equinoctial Sundial Signed Cary, London

H 1.58 in D 5.52 in
Classic Verdigris Brass and Limestone Sundial
Located in Woodbury, CT
Justice in Brussels during a renovation during 2002, with a very lovely 6" diameter verdigris brass
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Early 20th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Limestone, Brass

Classic Verdigris Brass and Limestone Sundial
Classic Verdigris Brass and Limestone Sundial

Classic Verdigris Brass and Limestone Sundial

H 33 in W 9 in D 9 in
Swedish Sundial
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Swedish sundial in brass with natural patina, forged rings, and simple arrow on rich
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19th Century Swedish Antique Brass Sundials

Swedish Sundial
Swedish Sundial

Swedish Sundial

H 34.25 in W 19.75 in D 20 in
Piscis Sundial
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Swedish sundial in brass with white/green patina with forged rings and neoclassical style
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19th Century Swedish Antique Brass Sundials

Piscis Sundial
Piscis Sundial

Piscis Sundial

H 36.5 in W 26.5 in D 19.5 in
Gorgeous Portland Stone English Sundial
Located in Woodbury, CT
This classically-elegant carved Portland Stone sundial features its original naturally-patinated
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Gorgeous Portland Stone English Sundial
Gorgeous Portland Stone English Sundial

Gorgeous Portland Stone English Sundial

H 41 in Dm 18 in
Magnificent Large Carved Stone Sundial
Located in Woodbury, CT
This is one of the most exceptional sundials we've ever owned! The honey-colored carved pedestal
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19th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Stone, Brass

Magnificent Large Carved Stone Sundial
Magnificent Large Carved Stone Sundial

Magnificent Large Carved Stone Sundial

H 54.5 in Dm 28 in
Lovely Edwardian Sundial with Original Dialplate
Located in Woodbury, CT
This beauty is made from cast stone and sports its original verdigris brass dialplate and scrolled
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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Cast Stone, Brass

Lovely Edwardian Sundial with Original Dialplate
Lovely Edwardian Sundial with Original Dialplate

Lovely Edwardian Sundial with Original Dialplate

H 31 in Dm 9 in
19th-Early 20th Century Brass Garden Armillary / Sundial
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th-early 20th century brass garden armillary / sundial.
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19th Century Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

19th-Early 20th Century Brass Garden Armillary / Sundial
19th-Early 20th Century Brass Garden Armillary / Sundial

19th-Early 20th Century Brass Garden Armillary / Sundial

H 23.5 in W 20.5 in D 21.25 in
18th c. French pocket sundial/compass
Located in Summerland, CA
A beautifully-crafted wood pocket sundial with intricate printed paper numerals, degrees and
Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

18th c. French pocket sundial/compass
18th c. French pocket sundial/compass

18th c. French pocket sundial/compass

H 0.5 in W 1.75 in D 2.75 in
English Victorian 19th Century Brass Sundial with Roman Numerals, circa 1875
Located in Ambler, PA
English 19th Century Brass Sundial with Roman Numerals. Marked SINE UMBRA.NIHIL. Original Gnomon
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Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

English Victorian 19th Century Brass Sundial with Roman Numerals, circa 1875
English Victorian 19th Century Brass Sundial with Roman Numerals, circa 1875

English Victorian 19th Century Brass Sundial with Roman Numerals, circa 1875

H 4.5 in Dm 8.25 in
Sundial Equinoctial Universal, 18th Century
By Dollond, London
Located in Paris, FR
In his original box Signed: Dollon, London Brass, Perfect condition.
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18th Century Great Britain (UK) Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Sundial Equinoctial Universal, 18th Century
Sundial Equinoctial Universal, 18th Century

Sundial Equinoctial Universal, 18th Century

H 0.87 in Dm 3.35 in
Equinoctial Sundial by Claude Langlois, circa 1750
Located in Paris, FR
A fine example of a brass and hexagonal universal equinoctial sundial signed “Langlois a Paris aux
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Brass

Equinoctial Sundial by Claude Langlois, circa 1750
Equinoctial Sundial by Claude Langlois, circa 1750

Equinoctial Sundial by Claude Langlois, circa 1750

H 1.58 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

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Antique Pharmacy Cabinet, Walnut Bookcases and Glass Doors with Sign, '800 Italy

Antique Pharmacy Cabinet, Walnut Bookcases and Glass Doors with Sign, '800 Italy

H 104.34 in W 153.55 in D 19.69 in
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H 6.3 in Dm 2.37 in
19th Century, Compass and Sundial Together
Located in Miami, FL
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Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Brass Sundials

Materials

Wood

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H 2.75 in W 1.96 in D 0.78 in
19th Century Ships Compass From Amsterdam
Located in Norwell, MA
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Materials

Brass

19th Century Ships Compass From Amsterdam
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19th Century Ships Compass From Amsterdam

H 6 in W 9 in D 9 in
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Sundial with Compass and Case, Bronze, Bion, Nicholas, Paris, 18th Century

H 3.55 in W 2.96 in D 0.79 in
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Materials

Metal, Bronze, Other

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Compass with Pocket Sundial, with Case, Bronze, Butterfield, Michael '1635-1724'

Compass with Pocket Sundial, with Case, Bronze, Butterfield, Michael '1635-1724'

H 2.96 in W 3.35 in D 0.79 in
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Brass

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A Brass Butterfield Type Dial French Early 18th Century

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H 8.27 in Dm 2.37 in
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Brass Sundials

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Silver

18th Century Silver Butterfield Dial By Langlois Paris
18th Century Silver Butterfield Dial By Langlois Paris

18th Century Silver Butterfield Dial By Langlois Paris

H 1.58 in W 2.76 in D 2.37 in
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Antique Brass Sundials For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique brass sundials for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of brass, metal and stone, all antique brass sundials available were constructed with great care. Antique brass sundials have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Arts and Crafts, Baroque and Louis XVI antique brass sundials are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique brass sundials over the years, but those made by Butterfield Paris, Jacques Linedal and Johann Michael Bergauer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Brass Sundials?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,600, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $23,521 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Brass Sundials
  • Is antique brass strong?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
  • What color is antique brass?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • How do you know if brass is antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • How can I tell if brass is antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • How can I tell if a brass chandelier is antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
  • How much is an antique brass bed worth?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.