Set of geometric models by George Adams, c.1770.

Made:
circa 1770
maker:
George Adams
SMG00029762

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Set of geometric models by George Adams, c.1770.

Details

Category:
Mathematics
Object Number:
2005-53
Materials:
mahogany (wood), ivory, box (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and steel (metal)
Measurements:
Closed: 200 mm x 340 mm x 270 mm, 6.21 kg
Open: 200 mm x 440 mm x 420 mm, 6.21 kg
type:
model
credit:
Jeremy LTD