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An Adams Bronze Horizontal Sundial, English, late 18th century, image 1
An Adams Bronze Horizontal Sundial, English, late 18th century, image 2
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Lot 158

An Adams Bronze Horizontal Sundial,
English, late 18th century,

15 September 2021, 14:00 BST
London, Knightsbridge

Sold for £956.25 inc. premium

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An Adams Bronze Horizontal Sundial, English, late 18th century,

signed ADAMS LONDON, the circular base plate engraved with Roman numeral chapter ring and divisions, with eight-point compass rose to the centre, bearing six holes for placement,
9 3/4in (25cm) diameter

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The shadow cast by the central protruding gnomon can be read against the minute divisions to provide an accurate time reading. The signature Adams could refer to a number of instrument makers operating in London throughout the 18th century, including George Adams and his sons George (II) and Dudley.

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