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Q: How would you suggest decorating with planetaria?
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A: There are no rules, of course. It's whatever appeals to you. They're best placed where there's enough room to turn them. They have a library look, but work in any room. They still serve an educational purpose, so they're great for children to study astronomy.
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French TellurianClick images for full description and enlargement. |
This French tellurian (left)was made in the 19th Century and is very decorative with rods emanating from the sun and earth, marking celestial circles and rotational planes. It's a sort of abstract sculpture in its own way. It's possible that this is a handmade tellurian, rather than a manufactured object.
Q: Are planetary devices very expensive?
A: The prices vary dramatically. Trippensee still produces a variety of inexpensive tellurians. Antique and vintage tellurians vary tremendously in price. As with other collectibles, factors include quality of manufacture, age, condition, rarity, etc. |
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Q: Where can you find planetaria?
A: Since American devices were commonly used in schools, they often ended up in homes around the country when they were thought to be obsolete and were disposed of. So, little by little, they tend to come to the marketplace as the contents of old houses are reviewed and sold. On my web site, I feature a variety of globes and scientific instruments, including tellurians and orrerries. Martha Stewart: Thank you, George. Tellurians and orreries are not only good learning tools, but are also a beautiful way of bringing the sun, moon and planets indoors.
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