Universal Star Finder, Antique Planisphere, 1911Absolutely beautiful, early 20th century planisphere, the Universal Star Finder copyright dated 1911 by J. W. Lockwood for The Star Finder Co. The center star map rotates to account for the view of the sky at different times of year. The piece is in oustanding condition & retains one half of its original box.

Refer to photos for condition: Excellent

Shown on a US size 2 mannequin & recommended for this size

for a woman who died in 1896

me neither

I’m thrilled to have found a copy for you as well

and she was very nearly a keeper since her coloring matches my decor so perfectly

with some chipping to the paint that is typical of old chalkware figures

Condition is excellent with just some light wear to either end of the spine & the corners

I don’t often stock repros

and the dramatic

The tin is extremely large & measures approximately 23

The textblock is clean & tight