Surveying table for plotting fortifications

17th century
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Surveying table for plotting fortifications
  • Date: 17th century
  • Culture: German
  • Medium: Brass, iron, gilding, veneers of walnut and other woods
  • Dimensions: 14 5/16 × 18 11/16 in. (36.4 × 47.4 cm)
    47 1/4 × 23 5/8 × 27 9/16 in., 17.6 lb. (120 × 60 × 70 cm, 8 kg)
  • Classifications: Scientific Instruments-Barometers and Thermometers, Woodwork, Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Astronomisch-Physikalisches Kabinett, Museumslandschaft Hessen
    Kassel
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts