Title
Brass Compass
Caption
Brass Compass. Iranian, 1800-75. The magnetic compass, a Chinese invention, had arrived in the Middle East by the 13th century. Originally employed in navigation, it was soon adapted for religious use to establish the direction of the Ka'bah in Mecca.
Date
19th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP23A11_052
License type
Rights managed
Available size
60,0Mb (5,8Mb) / 12,2in x 19,1in / 3654 x 5739 (300dpi)