Geared Tellurian
Jan Felkl & Son, 19th Century
Jan Felkl & Son, 19th Century
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Jan Felkl & Son Geared Tellurian Prague: c. 1890 14 inches high; 24 inches long Sold, please inquire as to the availability of similar items. |
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An astronomical demonstration device, geared so that the earth revolves around the
sun to demonstrate various principles of astronomy such as seasons and eclipses.
Having a three-inch terrestrial globe turning at the end of a cast-iron arm, with
a wooden representation of the moon revolving around the earth; and having a blue
glass kerosene lamp to cast light representing the sun, above a round disc with
engraved paper calendar and zodiac, on a decorated cast iron base.
This globe was made by European globe maker Jan Felkl & Son. Read more about them in our Guide to Globe Makers. |