Burning mirror

Burning mirror. Speculum metal mirror on brass mount and wooden base.

Object details

ID: AST0793
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Burning mirror
Materials: Speculum; Brass
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Ghetaldi, Marino
Date made: circa 1600
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Collection
Measurements: Overall: 1750 mm x 700 mm x 55 kg
Parts: Burning mirror