description
This fascinating system cane functions as a working sundial. By aligning the cane when open to true north, the user can easily approximate the time of day based on the position of the sun.
Early 20th Century
35 1/2" length
specifications
Period: | 20th Century |
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Type: | System/Gadget Canes |
Material: | Wood |
Length: | 35 1/2 Inches |
Width: | . Inches |
Height: | 35.0 Inches |
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