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A Large Mahogany Cased Travelling Compass - Approx 21cm W
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A Large Mahogany Cased Travelling Compass - Approx 21cm W

19th century
Sold 3 December 2024 · Opus Antiques
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This is a great, large sized mahogany cased compass, dating from the late 1800s. It has the makers name on the compass face H.Hughes & Sons London.

A well made piece, measuring 21cm w x  20.5cm d x 4cm h.

 Hughes and Sons were  established in 1828 and were originally clock makers in the East End of London who later supplied sextants and chronometers to ships coming into the Thames. The partnership was  headed by Alexander Hughes, son of Henry Hughes (w.1835-79, d.1879). From 1879-1941  the company traded at 59 Fenchurch St., London England & in 1903 was incorporated as a limited company.

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Opus Antiques has dated this Mahogany Cased Compass to the 19th Century.

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Description
This is a great, large sized mahogany cased compass, dating from the late 1800s. It has the makers name on the compass face H.Hughes & Sons London.

A well made piece, measuring 21cm w x  20.5cm d x 4cm h.

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 Hughes and Sons were  established in 1828 and were originally clock makers in the East End of London who later supplied sextants and chronometers to ships coming into the Thames.
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The partnership was  headed by Alexander Hughes, son of Henry Hughes (w.1835-79, d.1879). From 1879-1941  the company traded at 59 Fenchurch St., London England & in 1903 was incorporated as a limited company.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Mahogany Cased Compass to the 19th Century.

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Archive I A large circular brass-rimmed compass with a detailed wind rose dial is housed within a rectangular wooden case. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Large Mahogany Cased Travelling Compass - Approx 21cm W

Archive II A large circular brass-rimmed compass with a detailed wind rose dial is housed within a rectangular wooden case. View II
Archive III A large circular brass-rimmed compass with a detailed wind rose dial is housed within a rectangular wooden case. View III
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Archive IX A large circular brass-rimmed compass with a detailed wind rose dial is housed within a rectangular wooden case. View IX
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A large circular brass-rimmed compass with a detailed wind rose dial is housed within a rectangular wooden case.
A Large Mahogany Cased Travelling Compass - approx 21cm w
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A large circular brass-rimmed compass with a detailed wind rose dial is housed within a rectangular wooden case.
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  • ObjectScientific Instruments
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass, Paper
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsWind rose dial, Fleur-de-lis north marker, Brass hinges and latches

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Travelling compasses were essential navigational tools used by mariners, surveyors, and explorers to determine direction and aid in cartography, particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Authentic period compasses typically feature brass bezels, paper dial cards, glass covers, and protective wooden cases crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood.

Authentication involves examining the patina on the brass components, the typography and hand-drawn details on the dial card, the presence of makers marks, and the traditional dovetail or finger-joint construction of the wooden case.

This type of object suits study or library settings, where it can be displayed flat on a desk, bookshelf, or side table to add a layer of historical interest and textural warmth.

Keep the object away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to protect the wood and paper dial, and apply microcrystalline wax sparingly to the timber surfaces to maintain the finish.
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