Drawing instrument
Nairne and Blunt
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Brass, Ivory, Metal, Sharkskin, Wood
Measurements
173 mm (Length); 84 mm (W); 31 mm (D)
Place of origin
London
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Snowshill Manor and Garden, Gloucestershire
NT 1338301
Summary
Five mapping instruments in a shagreen covered wooden case. Including an ivory rule and four brass dividers and parts. Case has hinged lid and interior compartments. Lid has paper label inside reading, 'NAIRNE and BlUNT Optical and Mathematical Instrument Makers to HIS MAJESTY..20 Opposite the Royal Exchange, London'. Previously associated with SNO.SK.82.
Provenance
Given to the National Trust with Snowshill Manor in 1951 by Charles Paget Wade.
Makers and roles
Nairne and Blunt