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Globe Electrostatic Machine, with Accessories, by Nairne, London, c. 1780

Inventory Number 83045


Item type
Object
Provenance
Lent by Oriel College.
Primary inscriptions
"Nairne / London"
Object type
Electrostatic instrument
Dimensions
Height: 530mm
Inventory No
83045
Accession Number
1924-27

Description

Glass globe set on vertical spindle moved by gear work turned by a hand-crank with a wooden handle. Globe rubs against leather disc attached with a silk flap to copper alloy support on vertical stand. In original fitted case with accessories.