Armillary 30

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the David Harber business, Armillary 30 is an interpretation of the classical armillary sphere. Inspired by Ptolemy’s positioning of the Earth at the center of the universe, an earth-like orb inhabits the center of the armillary. You are invited to observe the inner workings of the armillary through a porthole-like lens, as though you are looking at Earth through a microscope.

Variations & finishes

Bronze

Bronze verdigris patina

Armillary 30 is a limited edition of 30 pieces. The anniversary sundial is available in three sizes, with larger sizes available upon request.

Available standard size

Armillary 30 is available in 27 inches, 31 inches and 35 inches diameter. Larger sizes are available on request.

Available finishes

Bronze, Stainless Steel

Example Scale

27 inches, 31 inches and 35 inches.
(Model scale: 71 inches)

Design details

Armillary 30 is a limited edition of 30 pieces. Each commission is precisely calibrated to tell the time for its intended location and personalized to create an enduring legacy.

At its center, the sundial features an orb of two hemispheres whose internal workings can be observed through the glass lens. The orb is manually rotated, allowing a shaft of sunlight to pass through and illuminate the hour band, marking time.

Product information

To work as a functioning timepiece, the Armillary 30 should be in a position that benefits from direct sunlight throughout as much of the day as possible. If it is not being fixed to an existing pedestal and the David Harber team is not supplying one, the client must provide a suitable level, concrete pad foundation to which the pedestal can be fixed. The Armillary 30 is fixed to the pedestal with a resin-fixed bolt and then aligned so that is gives the correct time. Alignment requires sunlight – in its absence, clear instructions will be provided.

We offer a small selection of stone pedestal options at an additional cost, although these can also be sourced separately should a local stone, for example, be required. Any pedestal will need a smooth and level foundation to stand on.

Installation and delivery are included in the price for UK commissions and overseas, shipping quotes can be obtained and charged at cost.

David Harber Armillary Spheres are neither lacquered nor coated. To clean them, we would suggest the use of warm water and a soft cloth. We do not recommend the use of metal cleaner as this may scratch and dull the surface. The stainless-steel variant can be best cleaned with glass cleaner and a soft lint-free cloth. Maintenance instructions will be issued on installation.