Fibre-glass Copy of a Roman Hemicycle Sundial, 1959-1969

Fibre-glass cast of a Roman hemicycle sundial, unsigned

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Fibre-glass cast of a Roman hemicycle sundial, unsigned
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Fibre-glass cast of a Roman hemicycle sundial, unsigned, 1959-1969. Original listed as No.38 in the 1969 Statuary and Sculpture catalogue at Hever Castle. It is a rare Roman sundial as it shows the hours equally, similar to modern hour systems.

Details

Category:
Time Measurement
Object Number:
1970-101
Materials:
fibreglass and polyester resin
Measurements:
overall: 450 mm x 370 mm x 180 mm,
type:
scaphe sundial and cast
credit:
Astor, G.