Horizontal Sundial with Wind Rose
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Framed Print of Horizontal Sundial with Wind Rose
Horizontal plane sundial from the Roman city of Aquileia (2nd century AD). The dial is formed by eleven hour lines, the shortest of which is the noon line which runs from north to south and is the meridian. A hole for the gnomon lies at the southern end of this line. The curve nearest the gnomon hole traces the shadow track for the day of the summer solstice, the furthest curve is the shadow track for the winter solstice. The straight east-west line between these two curves marks the shadow track of the equinox. Around the perimeter are engraved the names of the twelve winds, for example, Boreas, Desolinus, Auster and Favonius, indicating the direction from which they blow. This Wind Rose is the predecessor to the Compass Rose. The name of the maker, M. Anstitius Euporus is inscribed within the dial. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © SHEILA TERRY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
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Media ID 9246215
2nd Century Compass Rose Curve Dial Equinox Gnomon Meridian Path Roman Shadow Solstice Track Winter
Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 21.6cm (7.6" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
