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Reproducion antiqued brass compass-sundial with protective lid.
The compass (from the Latin "passus" ("step")) opened up the world to exploration and discovery. The principle of the magnetic needle was already known to the Chinese in the 3rd century BC and was first used by feng shui priests to tell them where and how to build. It was adapted to maritime navigation by Chinese sailors around the year 1000. The first compasses comprised a magnetic needle floating in a bowl of water, with the needle suspended on a thread or threaded through a reed. The Arabs perfected this by mounting the needle on a pivot. The compass arrived in Europe between the 10th and 11th centuries, enabling sailers to cross the oceans and explorers to discover the continents. The first instrument to resemble the modern compass is attributed to Portuguese citizen Ferrande (1483).
Reproducion antiqued brass compass-sundial with protective lid.
Old brass compass with lovely compass rose. Comes with navy blue velvet bag.
Original nautical-inspired wall clock with a wooden and glass frame. In the centre of the clock there is a fun printed seagull with boots decorated with an anchor, which will give a nautical air to your home or office. Nautical clock made of wood with a rustic finish. It works with one AA battery (not included). Diameter 40 cm.
BRUJULA CON LUPA EN CAJA DE PALISANDRO
Elegant nautical-inspired compass made of brass. The bottom of the compass is decorated with a printed compass rose. This nautical piece is an original gift idea and this instrument was used to determine directions at open sea.
Surprise your visitors with this original nautical-inspired door bell made of iron and painted in a rustic finish. You'll love it!
The telescope appeared between the 16th and 17th centuries in the Netherlands. Its development is credited to Hans Lippershey and in its early stages was mainly used by sailors and naturalists.Reproduction four-tube telescope in antiqued brass. Comes with leather case