Robert Merrill Nautical Ship's Sestrel Unit W/ Gimbaled Sestrel

DESCRIPTION: Large brass nautical seafaring vessel's sestrel binnacle featuring a gimbaled sestrel by Robert Merrill (fl. 1838-1864), leading nautical instrument maker in the U.S. during the mid-19th century (later Robert Merrill & Sons in 1865). Sestrel housing is mounted on a wooden column and is flanked by Kelvin's balls. Compass dial is marked in all capitals "Robert Merrill New York" and "Capt. G. Morris Improved Compass" and is finished with a fleur-de-lis marking north.
CIRCA: Mid 19th Century
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: H: 54.75" W: 16.25" L: 24"

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CONDITION: Sestrel has been emptied of its water; piece exhibits tarnishing and is developing a patina in spots. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.