Small Compass

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This small compass was carried by Mohammedans (Muslims) in Indian when traveling. It is made out of bronze and inlaid with silver. The compass has an inscription and is in the shape of a flying bird. The head of the bird is pointed towards Mecca, where a Muslim should pray towards.

Keywords

Indian, bronze, islam, mecca, inscribed, compasses, small compass, Mohammedans, Muslims, inlaid silver, flying bird

Galleries

Compasses

Source

The Art Journal The Industry of All Nations Illustrated Catalogue (London, England: Bradbury and Evans, 1851)

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