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The Use of the Astrolabe

Made:
1959 in South Kensington
artist:
J Carrington Birch
The Use of the Astrolabe The Use of the Astrolabe
The Use of the Astrolabe The Use of the Astrolabe

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The Use of the Astrolabe
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The Use of the Astrolabe
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Painting, watercolour on Whatman drawing board, The Use of the Astrolabe, by Carrington Birch 1959. signed blc. Image 54x74.5cm on board 51x70cm. Night scene, two noblemen using an astrolabe to sight on Moon, large instrument hanging on wall, harbour below. Science Museum Design Studio

Details

Category:
Art
Object Number:
1959-271/2
Measurements:
overall: 510 x 700 mm
type:
painting and astrolabe
credit:
Science Museum Drawing Office

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