An silver studded brass astrologer's globe
India, late 19th century
the 8-inch brass globe studded with silver stars, engraved constellations around which is astrological information, two graduated bands, a pseudo-equatorial and a pseudo-ecliptic at too high an angle (approx 45°), on graduated horizon ring supported on four graduated quadrants.
10½in. (26.5cm) high
An silver studded brass astrologer's globe
India, late 19th century
the 8-inch brass globe studded with silver stars, engraved constellations around which is astrological information, two graduated bands, a pseudo-equatorial and a pseudo-ecliptic at too high an angle (approx 45°), on graduated horizon ring supported on four graduated quadrants.
10½in. (26.5cm) high