17th Century Astrolabe from Indian Royalty to be Auctioned at Sotheby's
A remarkable 17th-century brass astrolabe, once part of the royal collection of Jaipur in India, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in London. This astrolabe, described as possibly the largest of its kind, was part of the collection of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II and later owned by his wife, Maharani Gayatri Devi. The instrument, crafted in Lahore by the renowned 'Lahore School' of astrolabe makers, features intricate details such as 94 inscribed cities and 38 star pointers. It reflects the scientific interests of the Mughal court and is expected to attract significant interest from museums and collectors, with an estimated value of £1.5-2.5 million. 
