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JOSH GAITSKILL; WAPPIN, LONDON
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A late 18th century mahogany framed octant with inlayed ivory scales
Josh Gaitskill; Wappin, London
the mahogany 'T' frame with inset ivory scale divided 0°-100°, the brass vernier, decorated with a floral motif and swan, with clamp screw, signed by the maker on the inset ivory plaque on the 'T' bar. With mirrors, pin hole sights, the reverse with note plaque and brass feet
18¼ x 14½ in. (46.4 x 36.8 cm.)
Josh Gaitskill; Wappin, London
the mahogany 'T' frame with inset ivory scale divided 0°-100°, the brass vernier, decorated with a floral motif and swan, with clamp screw, signed by the maker on the inset ivory plaque on the 'T' bar. With mirrors, pin hole sights, the reverse with note plaque and brass feet
18¼ x 14½ in. (46.4 x 36.8 cm.)