A late 19th-century student microscope in its original case, in good condition. It includes a mirror and a glass slide. The brass microscope itself measures 15 cm and is housed in a wooden case measur[...]
Educational model of an electric motor from the Cattaneo Angelo Milano company. This instrument used the principle of electromagnetism to convert electrical energy into mechanical motion.circa 1900.T[...]
A bronze mortar with two handles, bearing the inscription "Henryck ter horst me fecyt a1638" and decorated with a frieze of cornucopias and cherubs. Netherlands, 19th century. Condition: Some signs of[...]
A rare and unique object, handwritten in ink on a fine linen ribbon over 5 meters long, it contains measurements for capacity of barrels and casks, with, as veltes, non-equidistant measurements faith[...]
From grains of rice to red beans, an agricultural engineering school, where they were waiting, made excellent use of these bottles. Intended for displaying collections, these uniquely shaped glass con[...]
19th century terrestrial globe by Joseph Forest, blackened pear wood base and cast iron seat, paper-coated plaster globe, bronze frame, rare because it is in excellent condition.
Telegraph Morse recorder used in telegraph offices from 1860 until the mid-1950s. The recorder received the Morse signal from the transmitter station. The current passing through the coils of the reco[...]
Splendid and very rare object of curiosity and collectibility. Automatic repeating numbering machine with incrementing function in polished brass and turned wood, dating from the Belle Époque (circa 1[...]
19th century - Napoleon III period. Blackened wood, glass. Optical instrument with an integrated magnifying glass in a portable case, formerly used for viewing photographs and postcards. Attractive mo[...]
"Manufacture Française Armes & Cycles, St Étienne", Circa 1900, Nickel silver and steel, glass, brass, blued steel. Measuring device used in meteorology and physics indicating atmospheric pressure. Ca[...]
We present this pair of Louis Philippe period (1831-1848) covered pharmacy jars in perfect condition. They have retained their original labels, written in Latin. Weight 748g. Shipping extra (€26).
A fine collection of 200 numbered and named minerals from the collection of Christian Sandler, a German geographer and geologist, late 19th century. This is the personal collection of Christian Sandle[...]
Important English terrestrial globe, known as Malby’s Terrestrial Globe, published in London on June 1st, 1845.
The globe is made of printed papier-mâché, with detailed cartography and original perio[...]
Antique watchmaker's tool – large brass gear compass. Good condition. No play. It is in its original case. For dimensions, see photos. The case measures 32.5 x 11.5 x 12 cm. NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE EU[...]
Antique Shoemaker's Foot Measuring Tape in solid boxwood and brass, signed by the renowned Ullathorne & Co. manufacturer, active in London and Paris in the 19th century. This precision instrument, ess[...]
Rare electric table lighter "Karl Muller" from the late 19th century, early 20th century.Patent number N.29250. This table lighter is characterized by a walnut wood structure with a mechanism powere[...]
A multi-slot vertical sighting system (pinnules) allows for perpendicular sightings and topographic alignments. A finely graduated central brass ring allows for angle or slope ratio readings (azimutha[...]
Antique solid brass surveying instrument with prismatic readings, signed Bathelemy, Paris, dating from the second half of the 19th century (circa 1860-1870). This magnetic instrument was used by surve[...]
French terrestrial globe published by G. Thomas, Paris, 44 Rue Notre-Dame-des-Champs, datable to the late 19th century.The cartography reflects the geopolitical situation of the late nineteenth centur[...]
An exceptional collection of blown glass monstrances, bent using hot pliers. These containers originally served to indicate that passersby were in front of a pharmacy. The bottles contained plants… La[...]
Brass camera lucida in its original case with lenses. The workbench mounting system, with a telescopic and adjustable rod, allows for optical superimposition of the subject to be drawn and transfer of[...]
Stone breaker with pinion and rack, circa 1850-1860. Rare urethral stone breaker with a pinion engaging a rack, a model invented by Charrière in the mid-1830s and here signed by Mathieu, dating to aro[...]
A 30cm diameter terrestrial globe, circa 1900. The globe is signed "Terrestrial globe at a scale of 1/40000000 drawn by J. Forest [...] Complete edition" and has an inclined polar mount on a cast iron[...]
Unsigned [England (?)], circa 1820-1830, varnished brass, in its original mahogany case, lid lined with burgundy velvet. Folding tripod microscope, preserved in its compartmented case comprising: an o[...]
This instrument was used to measure the distance traveled by a ship and, taking time into account, to determine its speed. This information facilitated navigation and logbook keeping. This unique and [...]
19th Century Napoleon III Globe, Lebègue & Cie, ParisCardboard, cast ironHeight: 57.5 cmDiameter: 33 cmFair condition, some marks visible in the photos: notably a small hole at the South Pole, some sc[...]
This device, used to measure atmospheric pressure and continuously record readings over a week, bears the stamp of the Richard Frères (RF) company. Founded in 1845 in Paris, this company, which manufa[...]
Six large engraved glass apothecary jars, the labels of which are visible in the photos. In excellent condition with their original tin lids, they date from the 19th century and can be sold ind[...]
In a finely chased bronze frame with braided and beaded motifs, a centigrade thermometer with a serpentine reservoir sits on a brass plate secured by two flower-shaped cabochons on a sea-green marble [...]
Heron's engine or aeolipile, scientific instrument, XIX century.The engine of Eron is considered to be the first steam engine and the first jet engine in history, invented by Heron of Alexandria in th[...]
Rare Antique Steam model, late 1800s.Likely German origin.The model consists of a brass boiler and a small alcohol stove underneath. Once the boiler reaches temperature it emits steam which turns the [...]
A set of 18 19th-century apothecary bottles in smoked and blown glass, with metal stoppers. Some also have cork stoppers. Acid-etched labels. Some have torn paper labels on the back. A beautiful decor[...]
Superb instrument, Tangent Compass, bronze, for determining value of magnetic fields. This instrument, which is leveled on three screw feet, consists of a 22cm diameter vertical coil with wound coppe[...]
An exceptional floor globe featuring a brass meridian circle and equatorial table with months, days, and zodiac signs, and including the stars and planets known at that time. Mounted on a mahogany bas[...]
France, First Empire - c. 1831-1848, Walnut box.Precision balance for apothecary laboratories, consisting of a walnut tablet with a drawer containing a pedal-operated steelyard balance on a pedestal, [...]
Beautiful small miniature globe by Jules Lebegue in Paris around 1880. Beautiful detailed cartography. Detailed ecliptic and maritime routes. Turned blackened pear wood base.
Beautiful terrestrial globe by Delamarche, dated 1858. Equatorial table with the months of the year and signs of the zodiac. Cylindrical base in blackened pear wood. Good overall condition. Just a sma[...]
An attractive rosewood globe on a stand, dating from the early 19th century, the William IV period. This magnificent rosewood globe on a stand, dating from the early 19th century, the William IV perio[...]
Charting InstrumentMade by German architect Karl Joseph Berckmüller (1800 - 1879)With original caseGermany - Mid-19th CenturyDimensions (Case):Height: 2.5 cm (approx.)Width: 17.5 cmDepth: 4.5 cm (appr[...]
Large terrestrial globe drawn by J. Forest, geographer, illustrated by Bong. Blackened wood base and graduated brass meridian line. Some minor scratches, see photos.
An unsigned but French equinoctial sundial from the late 19th century, notable for its large size (14.5 cm at its widest point, including the two water levels). The base measures 13 cm wide, and the c[...]
A very beautiful mahogany and gilt brass ruler. Graduated up to 14 cm plus a 6 cm extendable section. With folding stops. A rare and high-quality model! Its function is yet to be determined. Probably [...]
This impressive antique Morse telegraph register by L.M. Ericsson represents a sophisticated electromagnetic recording device from circa to late 19th century. This telegraph register (branching switch[...]
A reducing compass made of brass and steel, with an unusual shape and four folded points. The compass is unsigned but French, circa 1800-1820. This type of reducing compass was certainly used in carto[...]
Extraordinary antique French microscope manufactured in 1890 by the prestigious firm C. Verick, one of the most highly regarded makers of scientific instruments in nineteenth century Europe. The piece[...]
Large 19th century telescope from the "Gauche à Paris" company in brass and bronze, adjustable in tilt and depth, mounted on its mahogany base adorned with various adjustment pieces also in bronze, al[...]
Box of 5 kg weights. Brass weights in their original box: 2 kg at 1 g, for a total of 5 kg (15 weights in total). A rare find, as all the weights have the same origin; this is not a disparate collecti[...]
9 kg Weight Box. Brass weights in their original box: 5 kg, 2 kg, 1 kg, 1 kg, for a total of 9 kg. Presented in a rare format. All the weights come from the same source: hallmark of a crown above a "T[...]
From "Maison Piquet | L. Bourdin | Optician | Quai St. Antoine | Lyon", c. 1885-1890. Mahogany case, varnished brass microscope and copper tube. Small drum microscope. The body has a retractable tube,[...]
Signed: "Ph. F. Pellin | Paris | No. 1237", c. 1880. Gilt brass, on a cast iron tripod base. Instrument used to produce and study the spectra of different light sources. Apparatus composed of a collim[...]
A silver lancet case containing six blades mounted on tortoiseshell. The case, finely decorated with scrolling foliage, bears the inscription "Eugène NICOLLE, Doctor of Medicine." Chief physician of t[...]
Mid-19th century. Small rectangular fruitwood box with a copper and wrought iron balance and a set of 4 brass trays and 12 decigram weights housed in a concealed compartment. Inside, a label affixed t[...]
A male pewter urinal in the shape of a mouse with a cylindrical spout. Hallmarked by Louis Auguste ANTHOINE, active from 1885: ANTHOINE / PARIS / 39 RUE FAIDHERBE. Length 26 cm. PARIS, late 19th centu[...]
Circular pewter bleeding palette with a spatula-shaped handle. It features four turned grooves marked from 100 to 500 grams.Hallmark of Joseph Marie CORLIEU, active from 1835: CORLIEU / PARIS / 2 PLAC[...]
A complete 19th-century bloodletting kit, typical of homes found in bourgeois households circa 1860, comprising a handsome automatic scarifier with a three-position trigger, twelve small, painless, ro[...]
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