Object Details
- Description
- This cut paper tan model consists of two pieces showing circular discs with a projecting tangent plane at the top, as well as a paper ring of the same diameter. The ring fits in the intersecting discs to show how one measures a spherical angle. Two stickers read: MSA*. Another mark reads: Pat 1,192,483.
- Compare MA.304723.156, MA.304723.671, and MA.304723.663. For pattern, see 1979.3002.087.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
- maker
- Wheeler, Albert Harry
- Credit Line
- Gift of Helen M. Wheeler
- Physical Description
- paper (overall material)
- tan (overall color)
- cut and folded (overall production method/technique)
- Measurements
- average spatial: 7.8 cm x 7.8 cm x 7.8 cm; 3 1/16 in x 3 1/16 in x 3 1/16 in
- Object Name
- Geometric Model
