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Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased microscope. An English, black enamel scientific instrument by J.
Brass, Enamel
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Antique Pocket Field Microscope, English, Brass, Instrument, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique scientist's field microscope. An English, brass, pocket instrument, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Brass
Leitz Brass Compound Microscope
By E. Leitz
Located in New Orleans, LA
Brass Compound Microscope in Case Ernst Leitz Dated 1897 This rare late 19th-century compound microscope was crafted by the renowned optical firm Ernst Leitz GmbH of Wetzlar, German...
Optical Glass, Wood
Antique Brass Microscope in a Wooden Case, 1880
Located in Wien, AT
A collector's item from the late 19th century: an antique drum/pocket microscope made of solid brass, complete with its original wooden case and rare period accessories. The housing...
Brass
Smalll Victorian Monocular Field Microscope
Located in Norwich, GB
Small Victorian monocular field microscope Brass framed monocular field microscope house in it’s original mahogany box with hinged brass carrying handle. The interior of the ...
Brass
A Fine Adams, London Culpepper Microscope
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A late 18th century brass lacquered Culpepper design microscope by Adams, London in the original mahogany case. The two drawers contain a good selection of lenses and accessories. Th...
Brass
Dancer Field Microscope in Fine Condition
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A very clean and complete Dancer field microscope designed to fit into a small case for use in the field. This example is numbered 38 and has a Wenham prism that neatly slides into ...
Brass
Carl Zeiss Stand IV Brass Continental Microscope W/ Case and Slides, circa 1891
By Carl Zeiss
Located in Norwalk, CT
This incredible microscope dates from the late 19th century, during which Carl Zeiss and Edward Abbe were the foremost innovators of revolutionary microscope lens technology. It is a...
Brass
Antique Microscope in Original Box, circa 1900
Located in Greven, DE
Antique travel microscope in unrestored found condition. The brass should be polished and the glasses cleaned. All parts appear to be complete, no guarantee, see photos.
Brass
Antique Microscope by W. Klein Wetzlar with Carl Zeiss optical lenses, Germany
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare antique Microscope manufactured by W. Klein in Wetzlar. The microscope features a solid brass body that has developed a rich patina and it featur...
Brass
Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories
Located in Milan, IT
Tri-ocular optical microscope Euskop model, antique scientific instrument of painted brass and chromed steel, with four-magnification turret n. 40122 by Fratelli Koristka, Milano, ci...
Brass
Compound Microscope with Box and Key by R. Winkel, Göttingen, Nr. 18507
Located in Austin, TX
A fine working German compound microscope, circa 1910, by R. Winkel, Gottingen, Germany, in a fitted box of mahogany with nickel hardware and key. Marked on column front: R. Winke...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Milan 1920/30 Antique Microscope by F.lli Koristka Wooden Box with Accessories
Located in Milan, IT
Optical microscope signed F.lli Koristka Milano n. 42870 produced between 1920/30, of chromed and black painted brass, three-magnification turret, consisting of a stand and a plate w...
Brass
Antique Spencer Brass Microscope
Located in Austin, TX
A brass and iron microscope by Spencer of buffalo, New York. circa late 19th century. This microscope is in very good working condition, the brass dials on each side easily glide the...
Double Horizontal Microscope
Located in Hudson, NY
Double horizontal microscope on goniometer stand with case by Hall & Benjamin, NY. circa 1880. Ex. Elli Buk Museum Collection, NYC.
Brass
Pocket Microscope, circa 1880
Located in Umberleigh, Devon
A nice English brass pocket microscope/magnifier in cylindrical protective box with adjustable screw-top lens, circa 1880. Measurements: Diameter across base: 3/4" (approx 1.75cm...
Brass
Cased Horizonal Microscope on Geometer
Located in Stamford, CT
Cased Horizonal Microscope on geometer stand with case by Hall and Bergemen, NY circa 1880s. Elle Buck Museum NYC. The piece is used by mineralogists to measure crystal angles. Made ...
Brass
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H 11.23 in W 5.71 in D 4.14 in
Antique Monocular Microscope, English Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased monocular microscope. An English brass scientific instrument, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Brass
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H 15.56 in W 8.47 in D 8.27 in
Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique laboratory microscope. A German, brass and enamelled metal scientific instrument by Carl Zeiss Jena, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Brass
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H 8.47 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in
Antique Compound Microscope, English, Instrument, Negretti & Zambra, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique compound microscope. An English, brass instrument within a mahogany case by Negretti & Zambra, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Delightful portable m...
Brass
Antique Bausch & Lomb Brass Microscope
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
All optics are in working order and great condition. Made of heavy brass and beautiful form, a work of art as well as a functional scientific instrument.
Brass
Jones Improved Brass Microscope
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a Jones improved microscope in it's original mahogany case and an almost complete set of accessories, although not signed this is an identical model to ones that are.
Mahogany
Antique Bausch and Lomb Brass Microscope
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in San Mateo, CA
Brass Bausch and Lomb microscope. This has a patent date of February 16, 1897. This microscope has two objectives. The box this is in may not be the correct one. The dimensions liste...
Brass
Culpeper Compound Microscope
Located in New Orleans, LA
Compound Monocular Microscope Edmund Culpeper Circa 1730 This extraordinary early 18th-century microscope is a museum-worthy example of scientific innovation and craftsmanship made ...
Brass
Victorian Brass Microscope, c. Late 19th Century England
Located in Queens, NY
Nineteenth century Victorian brass microscope in wood case.
Brass
Early 19th Century Abrahams of Bath Culpepper Brass Microscope
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An early 19th century brass culpepper type microscope by Abrahams of Bath in the original mahogany case. The base of the microscope with a fitted drawer containing extra lenses and a...
Brass
Early Microscope Bullseye Lens
Located in Culver City, CA
Microscope Bullseye Lens on original brass stand.
Brass
Fine microscope by Steward
By steward
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A superb example of a binocular microscope in great condition and a complete set of accessoires in the original mahogany case. This wonderful microscope was almost certainly made by ...
Brass
Brass and Wooden Microscope Culpeper Model, circa 1770-1790
Located in Milan, IT
Antique brass and wooden microscope Culpeper model, circa 1770-1790. It is an antique optical instrument with a cylindrical optic pipe supported by three supports fixed on a wooden b...
Antique English Brass Field Microscope in Original Case, circa 1890-1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare antique English brass field microscope in original case, circa 1890-1900.
Brass
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H 12 in W 5.5 in D 4 in
Antique English Brass Monocular Microscope Signed R&J Beck London, 1890-1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English brass monocular microscope in original case signed R & J Beck London, circa 1890-1900.
Brass
Regency Period William Harris Culpeper Microscope
By William Harris
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A Regency period brass Culpeper design microscope by William Harris, London. In lovely condition retaining the original lacquer throughout, signed on the stage and the mahogany case ...
Brass
Powell And Lealand Number 3 Monocular Microscope
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A good example of a Number 3 model microscope retailed by Carpenter and Westley, London in the original fine quality mahogany case. It has a signed Powell and Lealand achromatic cond...
Brass
Fine Example of a Jones Most Improved Microscope by Dolland
By Dollond, London
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A Jones most improved compound microscope by Dollond, London. The original fitted mahogany case complete with the set of accessories. The instrument is in superb original condition a...
Brass
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H 4.5 in W 13.75 in D 6.38 in
Antique German "Hofeptiker Spindler Stuttgart" Microscope in Case, Circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique German "Hofeptiker Spindler Stuttgart" Microscope in Fitted Case with optical eyepieces, Circa 1910. Microscope case dimensions: 4.5" H x 13.75" W x 6.38" D. Microscope dim...
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H 13.5 in W 10.75 in D 4.25 in
Antique American "Ernst Gundlach" Field Microscope with Carrying Case circa 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American field microscope with carrying case signed, "Gundlach Manhattan Optical Co.," circa 1900. Ernst Gunlach was a renowned American microscope maker. A successful optic...
Brass
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H 13.63 in W 7.5 in D 8.5 in
Compound Microscope with Box and Key by Henry Crouch of London, No.4016
Located in Austin, TX
A fine working English compound microscope by Henry Crouch of London, circa 1880 Marked No. 4016 on base. With fitted box of mahogany with brass hardware and key. Diamond-shaped b...
Brass, Steel
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H 11.82 in W 6.89 in D 6.11 in
Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique scholar's microscope. An English, brass and enamelled metal scientific instrument by Henry Crouch, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Brass
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H 13.19 in W 6.3 in D 7.09 in
Antique Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Charles Baker, London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique microscope. An English, brass jug handle scientific instrument by C.
Brass
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H 4.14 in W 12.41 in D 5.52 in
Antique Cased Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass Scientific Instrument, C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased scholar's microscope. An English, brass scientific instrument, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Brass
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H 12.41 in W 8.08 in D 5.91 in
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased microscope. An English, enamelled metal and brass scientific instrument by J.
Brass
Decorating with vintage, new and antique scientific instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
The Age of Discovery (or the Age of Exploration) refers to a period during the 15th to 18th centuries that saw Europeans taking to the high seas to explore, trade and conquer various regions of the world. What we know about geography, the advancement of sea vessels and the development of scientific instruments all broadened significantly during this time.
With every new finding about our world, scientists invented tools to measure and record. While many of these objects are now obsolete, they are essentially works of art and have a rich history. Scientific instruments of a bygone era represent how far science and technology have advanced.
If you’re interested in introducing antique scientific instruments and tools to your decor to add contrast or draw attention to otherwise unexplored corners of your living room or dining room, there are many options to consider as far as textures and colors go. Like any curious decorative object that draws attention to your home library or mantel, vintage scientific instruments will likely add spirit to any conversation that might take place over cocktails or dinner.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Mid-century modern scientific instruments also capture a period of rapid progress, representing groundbreaking discoveries that defined the 20th century. Wouldn’t antique anatomical models of the 1950s pair well with your eye-catching abstract paintings, George Nelson clock or Florence Knoll sofa?
Whether you’re looking for a way to showcase your passion for chemistry or aviation or are making room in your foyer for a breathtaking industrial-style electronic time tower manufactured by Patek Philippe, 1stDibs offers a collection of vintage, new and antique scientific instruments that includes topographic tools, laboratory equipment and more.
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