Celadon Painted English Mid-20th Century Iron Armillary
This vintage garden armillary features an open metal frame and a weathered green finish with a beautiful patina. It stands on a small rounded pedestal base and is crossed by a large central arrow. Invented independently in ancient Greece and China over 2,000 years ago, these spheres solved a crucial human problem: how to navigate the seas and map the night sky. Early astronomers used them as physical models to track the movements of the sun and stars around the Earth. By the Renaissance, they became highly prized symbols of global exploration, science, and wealth.Wear consistent with age and use. 29.5"dia x 36"h