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Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
for sale €3,803     $4,128
£3,250
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.

19th century
Description

Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.

Signed for: Ninian Davidson Of Dunse, he was working from 1798-1820 in Dunse.

Before this he was working in Edinburgh in 1788, he was also a clock maker.

Engraved with the latitude for 55(17?), latitude 55 runs over Scotland.

40cm diameter (circa 16inch)

All over very fine engraved and with a beautiful old original greenish patination.

In very good unrestored original condition, there are no cracks or missing pieces.

Price: £3250,—

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Antique Scottish Bronze Sundial to the 1800s.

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SA1171345
Description
Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.

Signed for: Ninian Davidson Of Dunse, he was working from 1798-1820 in Dunse.

Before this he was working in Edinburgh in 1788, he was also a clock maker.

fig 1. A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon.
fig 1. Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.

Engraved with the latitude for 55(17?), latitude 55 runs over Scotland.

40cm diameter (circa 16inch)

All over very fine engraved and with a beautiful old original greenish patination.

In very good unrestored original condition, there are no cracks or missing pieces.

Price: £3250,—

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Antique Scottish Bronze Sundial to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171345
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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Trade Associations

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon.
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Archive I A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon.

Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.

Archive II A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View II
Archive III A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View III
Archive IV A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View IV
Archive V A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View V
Archive VI A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View VI
Archive VII A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View VII
Archive VIII A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View VIII
Archive IX A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon. View IX
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
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Cairngorms National Park
Angus
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United Kingdom
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon.
Unusual Large Scottish Bronze Sundial, Circa 1800.
Ref: SA1171345
A circular antique Scottish bronze sundial plate with hand-engraved Roman numerals, directional compass points, and a central triangular gnomon.
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During the Georgian era, sundials served both practical timekeeping functions and decorative roles in estate gardens. They were constructed using precise astronomical calculations adapted to the specific latitude of their intended location.

Antique sundials were predominantly cast from bronze, brass, slate, or stone. Heavy metals like bronze were favoured for outdoor use due to their durability and resistance to weather-induced erosion.

Authentic period sundials typically display hand-engraved numerals and markings rather than modern machine stamping. They often feature regional makers signatures, latitude details, natural surface patination, and evidence of historical hand-casting methods.

An antique bronze sundial can be displayed indoors as a curiosity or scientific object on a library desk, deep window sill, or mantlepiece. Mounts or acrylic stands allow the circular plate and gnomon to be presented at an angle for optimal viewing.

Patinated bronze objects require minimal intervention to preserve their historic surface finish. Routine dusting with a soft brush and an optional light coating of microcrystalline wax will protect the metal from moisture without stripping natural oxidation.
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