SHEPHERD’S SUNDIAL
Shepherd’s sundial. Long before the existence of mechanical clocks, sundials were already very popular. The science responsible for the study of these sundials (Gnomonics) had gained extensive experience thanks to the centuries-long study of the apparent movement of the sun throughout a full year around the earth.
One of these first achievements was this tall sundial called the shepherd’s sundial, as it was precisely these people who used them the most during their long days of shepherding and transhumance.
They were portable clocks, very easy to use, since it only consisted of placing the rod or gnomon on the date of the measurement (they all had a calendar) and placing the dial directly in front of the sun, with the length of the shadow in this case providing the solar time and thus better knowing the time to go looking for a shelter for their flock.
The model we reproduce is a replica of the one kept in the Kunsthistoriches Museum in Vienna and dated 1548.
It is made of wood, and is accompanied by a manual with its history and instructions for use.
We have two finishes:
-With a beautiful paper print depicting Urania, muse of astronomy
-With a brass plate engraved with a noble coat of arms
Measurements:
Height: 15.5 cm
Diameter: 5 cm
VAT INCLUDED.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sundial
