Rare Antique 18th C. Bronze Compass with Folding Figural Sun Dial, Original Travel Case drafting Stunning marquetry on this one

Stunning marquetry on this one and a nice satin finish

commerce and theatre

both cutaway and engraved with such artistry

Her face is just 5/8" from chin to hairline

They're 4mm in diameter and beautifully matched to color

Rare Antique 18th C. Bronze Compass with Folding Figural Sun Dial, Original Travel Case drafting Stunning marquetry on this oneRemarkable & rare late 1700s to earliest 1800s Louis XV or Georgian era bronze or brass compass with folding figural sun dial or "gnomon" and in the original gilt embossed travel or presentation case! From what I understand, the sundial needs a compass to find true north. Raising the triangular gnomon (figural sun dial type portion) upright while pointing the compass needle North will show the time. The correct time will show only if the local