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Antique Orrery – Tellurium by Paravia, Torino (1900, Italy)
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Rare and collectible orrery (tellurium) produced by the renowned Italian maker Paravia, Torino in 1900. This finely crafted planetary model illustrates the Earth-Sun-Moon system, demonstrating their relative movements and orbital mechanics.
The mechanism consists of metal components, with a hand-painted Earth globe, mounted on a solid base. This type of educational instrument was commonly used in schools and observatories to teach astronomy and celestial mechanics in the early 20th century.
Dimensions: 70 cm (height) x 37 cm (diameter)
Condition: Excellent, with original components and well-preserved mechanical elements.
- Dimensions:Height: 27.56 in (70 cm)Diameter: 14.57 in (37 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900
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- Seller Location:Madrid, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5779244098412
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