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DE BAECQUE et Associés - Lyon

212 - A sundial known as a ‘shepherd’s watch’ Made of boxwood, met…
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Estimate €200 - €300
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Description
A sundial known as a ‘shepherd’s watch’ Made of boxwood, metal and paper. Hollow cylindrical body, recessed head, complete with its retractable gnomon. Graduated paper surface, glued to the body and signed ‘A PARIS, HENRY ROBERT, HORLOGER, RUE DU COQ-St HONORE, N°8’. Mid-19th century H. 12.8 cm Signs of wear and minor imperfections Reproduced in the book ‘La passion du savoir-faire – Collection Pierre Hénin’, Atelier Baie, 2011, page 142
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About the sale PIERRE HÉNIN COLLECTION - FIRST SALE - I
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Auction time 09/10/2026 at 2:30 PM
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