17th Century Persian Astrolabe with Elaborate Rete

A Persian Astrolabe, possibly 17th century, large bronze…
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A Persian Astrolabe, possibly 17th century, large bronze astrolabe with an elaborate openwork rete decorated with scrolled foliage and calligraphic script, complete with four plates, surmounted by foliate engraved throne with suspension loop, 28 cm diameter. Provenance: acquired by the owner's maternal great grandfather, and hence by descent inherited by the current owner

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  • Foliate - Decorated with leaves or leaf-like forms.
  • Bronze - An alloy of copper and tin, traditionally in the proportions of about 9 parts of copper to 1 part of tin.

    The discovery of bronze in Western Asia in the 4th century enabled people to create metal objects which were superior to those previoulsy possible because of its strength and hardness, and it has been used throughout the world for weapons, coins, tools, statuary and other decorative items.

    It is very fluid in a molten state, and its hardness, strength when set, and non-corrosive properties makes it most suitable for casting sculpture.

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