English, c.1880, unsigned, constructed of French polished mahogany with lacquered brass fittings, securing loops to the side, brass handle to the top, oil lamp at the side, with glazed fold down front, the internal compass in slide out box with lid, the compass in a brass bowl, within a gimbal, card marked 'Singers Patent, Trade Mark', height 35cm
Sold for £500
Result plus buyers premium
English, c.1880, unsigned, constructed of French polished mahogany with lacquered brass fittings, securing loops to the side, brass handle to the top, oil lamp at the side, with glazed fold down front, the internal compass in slide out box with lid, the compass in a brass bowl, within a gimbal, card marked 'Singers Patent, Trade Mark', height 35cm
Auction: Science, Medicine & Early Technology, 1st May, 2024