Box of compasses and travel measuring instruments. England, ca.1880.

Box of compasses and travel measuring instruments. England, ca.1880.
Steel and wood instruments.
Metal case lined with imitation leather.
Complete set.
Exhibits wear consistent with age and use.
Measurements: 17,5 x 8 x 3,5 cm.

Case of technical drawing instruments and compasses made of steel. This is a travel case, which houses different types of compasses, precision needles, couplings for accessories, drawing straightedges, slide rules and protractors. It also incorporates pencils and other drawing elements. This set of instruments is a microcosm of Victorian-era technical and design instrumentation, revealing a set of high-quality tools made of steel and wood.