Pantograph Old Brass Drawing Box Adrien Gavard Paris XIXth Century

Large antique brass pantograph, in its original box, signed Adrien Gavar (1794-1871) 70 Quai des Orfèvres (Paris), from the 19th century. This pantograph is in good condition. Signed see photos (box also). It has many accessories. A note: some scratches and traces of oxidation, wear of time. A pantograph is a drawing instrument, made up of articulated rods, which makes it possible to make enlargements or reductions using the properties of homothety to preserve the proportions between the original drawing and the copy. * Adrien Gavard (1794-1871): Manufacturer of instruments for surveying and geodesy, Gavard specializes in pantographs and integraphs. He was a supplier to the General War Depot. Dimensions Box dimensions 79 cm x 17 cm / 9.5 cm Reference: F30 1109 All photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com