#8226 • Astronomical Instrument Engravings Framed Pair, "Armillae Aequatoriae" & "Quadrans Magnus Chalibeus," 23 x 31", 25"

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A handsome pair of hand-colored astronomical engravings depicting two celebrated early modern scientific instruments: the "Armillae Aequatoriae" (equatorial armillary sphere) and the "Quadrans Magnus Chalibeus" (great steel quadrant with azimuthal capability). The prints are rendered in a warm ochre palette with blue-grey and gilt tonal accents, faithfully illustrating the intricate rings, scales, sighting arms, and ornamental bases characteristic of Baroque-era observatory instruments. Latin titling and reference lettering are legible throughout, lending scholarly authenticity. Each print is presented with a cream mat framed by a decorative blue-patterned inner border and set within a substantial silver-gilt wood frame featuring a black inner liner with engraved foliate scrollwork. A provenance label on verso from The Art Lovers gallery, 2418 Broadway, New York City, accompanies the pair. Size: 20 x 25". Bid per piece, final bid x 2