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Antique Print of an Orrery by Hinton, circa 1750

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About the Item

Antique print titled 'A Perspective View of Mr. Hawks's Orrery'. Copper engraving of an orrery. An Orrery is a mechanical model of the solar system that illustrates or predicts the relative positions and motions of the planets and moons, usually according to the heliocentric model. This print originates from 'The Universal Magazine of Knowledge and Pleasure' by J. Hinton.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1750
  • Condition:
    General age-related toning. Original folding lines, minor wear. Blank verso, please study images carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-026411stDibs: LU3054320173732

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