This Danish desk armillary sundial was crafted in the 1940s–50s, echoing the tradition of scientific instruments and decorative objects of its era. The construction features intersecting, highly polished aluminum rings forming a geometric sphere, pierced by a central arrow. The metal component is rendered in a cool, mirror-like silver tone, contrasted by a rectangular marble base with softened edges—its surface marked by warm brown, beige, and cream veining that highlights the natural elegance of the stone. The sphere rests on a turned, trumpet-shaped pedestal, with seamless joints and no visible screws, reflecting the precision of mid-century Danish craftsmanship. This piece bridges the realms of functional scientific device and decorative object, embodying the stylistic transition from late Art Deco to early modernism. Its condition is excellent, with no visible damage, chips, or signs of wear; both marble and metal retain their original gloss. The sundial speaks to a time when science and form converged, and everyday objects aspired to be more than mere tools. Its crisp metal and marble base evoke the atmosphere of mid-century Danish studies—spaces where daylight danced across polished surfaces and geometric shapes
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Height23 cm
Depth11 cm
Width16 cm
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Width16 cm
Height23 cm
Depth11 cm
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