Brass and Mahogany Sextant England 19th Century

Code :  OGANOG0105965

1,140.00
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Brass and Mahogany Sextant England 19th Century

Code :  OGANOG0105965

1,140.00
Shipping for Italy: Free
This price is valid for shipments, curbside for Antiques Modern and Art products, made in the following countries (excluding islands and remote areas): Italy, Vatican City State, San Marino
Discounted price if you collect the product in our shops in Milan and Cambiago:
1,100.00 €
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Brass and Mahogany Sextant England 19th Century

Features

Age:  19th Century / 1801 - 1900

Origin:  England

Main essence:  Mahogany

Material:  Brass

Description

Sextant with brass frame, vernier with adjusting screw and microscope for reading, three coloured filters for the fixed mirror, four for the mobile mirror. Marked "P. & G. Mattei Cardiff".

Product Condition:
The item shows signs of wear due to age. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures. It may require restoration and recovery of french polish. Product with a Certificate of Authenticity and Lawful Origin.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 13
Width: 29
Depth: 26,5

Additional Information

Age: 19th Century / 1801 - 1900

19th Century / 1801 - 1900

Main essence: Mahogany

It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.

Material: Brass

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