Objekt 4
Azimuthal sundial for 47°
Description
Azimuthal sundials depend on latitude and are set to a specific latitude. The pole elevation 47° of this horizontal table sundial with rich decoration and coat of arms of the von Erlach family indicates a use in Basel.
Object description
Manufacturer: Ludwig Som
Lindau, between 1705 and 1720
Copper, gilded, engraved
Signature: Ludov. Som Fecit Lindaviae
Gift Hans Burckhardt-Burckhardt, Basel
Inv. 1885.82.