Armillary Sphere

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: Armillary Sphere
  • Date: 17th century
  • Culture: probably Italian
  • Medium: Brass (gilded), walnut wood, beechwood (stained)
  • Dimensions: Sphere Diameter: 7 5/16 in. (18.5 cm)
    Height: 13 3/8 in. (34 cm)
    Width: 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Museo Galileo–Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Florence
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts