Compass and Sundial

Japan

19th century

  • Titles Compass and Sundial (Descriptive)
  • Artist Japan
  • Medium brass and steel(?)
  • Dimensions 1/2 x 3/4 in. Diam. (1.3 x 1.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Liss, 1991.1034.4
  • Work Type ojime
  • Classification Sculpture

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