15 inch Ebony Octant of Wilkinson & Son

Wilkinson & Sons London, Ebony Octant. The small anker refers to the mechanical dividing around 1800 according to R.H. Baker

Type of object:

Octant

Time period:

Britain rules the waves + France

Place:

London

Date:

1820

Maker / Author:

WILKINSON & SONS LONDON

Publisher / Printer:

idem

Dimensions:

15 inch Radius or

Material:

Ebony and Ivory

Graduation:

0-95°

Inscription:

WILKINSON & SONS LONDON and R.H. BAKER on backside

Provenance:

England, owner engraved on backside boneplate: R.H. BAKER

References:

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Description

Early Cased 19th Century English Octant, signed "WILKINSON & SONS LONDON" Large 15" Frame. This is a high quality instrument, frame is beautiful Ebony wood, with attractive surfaces. The scales are beautifully preserved, pristine bright surfaces, with strong markings including an anchor. Brass has a nice mustard patina. All parts are present including mirrors and sun shades. Back plate has owners name"R.H. BAKER". The original stepdown box is painted grey, with cool period repairs and is constructed with early rose head nails. One piece of corner board is gone