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MENANT à PARIS Equinoctial sundial in niello brass decorated with staples and palmettes, the gnomon adorned on either side with two applied birds. 18th century. 7.4 x 6.7 cm Chagrin case lined with red velvet. Slight wear, case to be replaced.

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MENANT à PARIS Equinoctial sundial in niello brass decorated with staples and palmettes, the gnomon adorned on either side with two applied birds. 18th century. 7.4 x 6.7 cm Chagrin case lined with red velvet. Slight wear, case to be replaced.

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