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Celestial Globe

Celestial Globe

A brass globe from the Middle East on display at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. It was originally set in a set of rings, which depicted the horizon and other astronomical circles.
Galleries: Astronomical Instruments, Constellations, National Air and Space Museum, Spheres
Keywords: air and space museum, astronomy, brass, district of columbia, globe, middle east, museum, national air and space museum, science, smithsonian, washington dc
Photo Location: National Air and Space Museum, Washington, DC
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 06/28/2009
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 5004×3336
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 38°53'18.49"N 77°1'11.34"W
Picture Number: 1280