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Astronomical Clock

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of an astronomical clock by Giovanni de Dondi. The clock consists of a black rectangular body, with feet at the bottom, on either side and a large round metal face with moving parts. The clock face comprises three concentric circles with numbers on the outer circle. Several radial lines extend from the center of the clock. The clock appears on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Brass, steel and wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
504 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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