CHINE * *** Sundial in brass, sunstone and coral cabochons. After orienting the dial with the compass, and ensuring its horizontality with the spirit level, the shadow of the wire indicates the time on the enamel dial, inscribed with hours in Arabic and Chinese numerals, from 6 am to 6 pm. Folding style. Cardinal points engraved in Chinese on ivory pastilles (pre-Convention). Back engraved with foliage. Top legs. In its box, used. Late Qing dynasty, 19th century. This example is inspired by European models. Dial : L. 17 x 9,5 cm. Gross weight : 344 g. Case : L. : 18 cm. Broken thread, one ivory disc to be glued back. Expert : BOISBAUDRY du Loic