Nocturnal Miniature Desk Model Nocturnal To reinforce the Spanish empire

To reinforce the Spanish empire

brass case with an image in 18th century style

featuring a compass and cotton shadow line

In order to develop this piece

Just the right size and just the right style to go from fun to formal

Nocturnal Miniature Desk Model Nocturnal To reinforce the Spanish empireThis is a replica of a Nocturnal and Tide Computer from 1570 signed by Humphrey Cole. Cole was the first maker of English instruments having learned the craft from Flemish immigrants in the final years of the Tudor dynasty. The original can be found in the British Museum, London. Legend has it that the Nocturnal Astrolabe was invented by Raimund Lill to administer doses of medicine to patients during the night. The Nocturnal is a star clock used to