Draughtsman's tool
Holtzapffel & Co.
Category
Tools
Date
Unknown
Materials
Metal
Measurements
5 x 13 x 160 mm
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 27520
Summary
Precision measuring device for draughtsman, with two metal arms held together by moveable screw. Arms end in points. On back marks for measuring scales. Stamped; Plans Holtzapffel & Co. / Solids. 64 Charing Cross London. On other side; Circles / Lines.
Provenance
Purchase from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Makers and roles
Holtzapffel & Co., maker