Set of two boxes of compasses and measuring instruments. One of them Danish. JULIUS NISSEN, early nineteenth century

Set of two boxes of compasses and measuring instruments. One of them Danish. JULIUS NISSEN, early 19th century.
Instruments of steel and bone.
One box in wood, the other lined in imitation leather.
Complete.
Exhibits wear consistent with age and use. Defects in the lining of one box.
Measurements: 2,5 x 19,5 x 6,5 cm the biggest one.

Technical boxes of professional compasses manufactured in the late 19th century. The set includes a wide range of precision drawing tools made of steel, with bone finishes and articulated mechanisms. They are presented in their original wooden cases lined in imitation leather, with burgundy velvet lining. Among the pieces are several radial compasses, line pullers, adapters, moustaches and dividers, among other specialized accessories. This type of box was intended for professional use in architectural, civil engineering and technical cartography studios.