Model of a transit instrument

Model of Pond's 10ft Transit Instrument (by Troughton). Instrument painted black, supports are pale grey, both attached to the floor. Also in the model is a synthetic figure lying in an observation chair with feet on observation stool. A model longcase clock is supported at the back by an imitation grey stone wall.

Object Details

ID: AST0028
Collection: Astronomical and navigational instruments
Type: Model of a transit instrument
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Allen, H. R.
Date made: 1974; Apr 1975
People: Pond, John
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 462 mm x 419 mm x 419 mm