A set of four sandglasses in a brass frame, probably 17th century.

Made:: 1601-1700 in Italy and Europe

17th century Italian four-way hour glass with brass stand

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17th century Italian four-way hour glass with brass stand
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17th century Italian four-way hour glass with brass stand

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Category:: Time Measurement

Object Number:: 1942-23

Materials:: glass, sand and brass

Measurements:: overall: 265 mm x 232 mm x 75 mm,

type:: sandglass

credit:: Mr. P. Webster

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A set of four sandglasses in a brass frame, probably 17th century.

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