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Antique Orrery – Tellurium by Paravia, Torino (1900, Italy)

$4,293.06
£3,193.60
€3,580
CA$5,878.67
A$6,536.28
CHF 3,412.88
MX$79,562.43
NOK 43,546.92
SEK 40,801.38
DKK 27,252.56
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About the Item

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)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5779244098412

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