The Greeks have used sundials to measure time since 100 B.C. Reminiscent of classic Greek mythology, this Atlas Armillary Sundial will demand attention, whether placed in your home or garden.An exquisite and functional work of art, the sphere is imprinted with Roman numerals to measure time as the sun casts its shadow throughout the day, just as it did in ancient Greece. Cast aluminum atlas base figure and forged steel sphere with inner brass gnomon. Ships in a box unassembled but is very easy to assemble its a great piece.