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Azimuthal Quadrant

john michael bird (1936 – 2022)

Explore the art of John Michael Bird (1936-2022), a British actor, writer & satirist known for his unique artistic vision and 'Azimuthal Quadrant' artwork. Discover his legacy!

Muzeul Naval (Madrid, Spania)

Explorează moștenirea navală a Spaniei la Muzeul Naval din Madrid! Descoperă colecții impresionante, acoperișuri spectaculoase din sticlă colorată și o arhitectură grandioasă ce prezintă istoria maritimă de la Renaștere la epoca modernă.

This instrument was used for both astronomical and navigational observations. In astronomy, it could measure the altitude of the stars, and in navigation, it could determine latitude and calculate the time. It consists of a frame with 8 columns supported on 4 thick strips. On this framework there is a semicircular metal plate and 2 serrated circles that allow the quadrant to move. It has 2 ranges, one in the quarter circle and the other in the base of the support axis. The quadrant arc has the inscription

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