Astrolabes

The astrolabe is one of the instruments most associated with the Portuguese Age of Discovery, used by navigators to determine the position of celestial bodies and find their bearings at sea. At Leitão & Irmão, this collection turns that historical instrument into a decorative silver piece, paying tribute to one of the most defining chapters in Portuguese history. Our astrolabes are crafted with the same goldsmithing rigour applied to all our silverware, reproducing the details and symbolism associated with the original instrument, in a piece designed for collectors as much as for anyone who simply appreciates objects with historical meaning. It is a popular choice for office, library or living room decoration, and also as a gift for anyone with a special connection to Portuguese maritime history, whether through their profession or personal interest. Like the rest of our Home and Decoration collection, the astrolabe is manufactured at the Leitão & Irmão workshops in Lisbon, with the care of a house that has worked in silver for more than two centuries, and certified by the Portuguese National Assay Office (INCM). Whether you are looking for a decorative piece with a story to tell, or a different gift for a history and navigation enthusiast, the astrolabe is a distinctive choice.