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Miniature Globe, 5cm, C. 1900

Miniature globe, 5cm in diameter, by Heymann in Berlin, held by two angels or cupids playing with the globe. Unusual decorative brass mount. The entire piece measures 9cm in height and the base is 4.3[...]

Period: 19th century

750 €

Chapotot, Horizontal Dial, C. 1690

Chapotot, Silver Octagonal Horizontal Sundial, Paris, circa 1687-1691. This silver octagonal horizontal sundial is signed "Chaptot à Paris" and dates from between 1687 and 1691 due to the discharge ma[...]

Period: 17th century

2 350 €

Chevalier's Universal Microscope, C. 1840

A spectacular universal achromatic microscope by Charles Chevalier, signed "Microscope Achromatique Universel de Charles Chevalier Ingénieur Opticien Breveté Palais Royal 163 à Paris," dating from the[...]

Period: 19th century

6 000 €

Baradelle - Two Brass Rulers, 18th Century

A set of two 18th-century brass folding rulers: - A six-inch (half-foot) folding ruler by Baradelle in Paris, circa 1740. This is almost certainly by Nicolas Jacques Baradelle. The instrument measures[...]

Period: 18th century

330 €

Weber & Grangeret Scalpel Set, 18th Century

An 18th-century small surgical set comprising six scalpels with various blades and a snuffbox. The handles are made of bone or ivory. Three of the scalpels bear the mark of the heart, likely by Weber [...]

Period: 18th century

380 €

Cast Iron Pharmacy Stopper, 19th Century

A cast iron corkscrew, decorated with scrolling foliage. It was used to shrink corks so they could be inserted into the neck of a vial or bottle, making it airtight. Traces of an orange patina are vis[...]

Period: 19th century

180 €
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Laboratory Glass

Special laboratory glassware on a stand.

Period: 20th century

80 €

A Bronze Nautical Speed Control Telegraph

A bronze nautical speed control telegraph'Siemens Brothers & Co Ltd - London'As is.Height: 127 cmMounted on casters.

Period: 20th century

1 500 €

Piece Of Heart Or Heart In Pieces

Fortunately, this part of the heart is not fixed to any support, allowing for manipulation and observation of all its surfaces… Karl Ernst Bock, German physician and anatomist, 1809–1874. Graduating i[...]

Period: 19th century

350 €
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Anatomy Of The Elbow Joint

Karl Ernst Bock, German physician and anatomist, 1809–1874. Graduating in medicine in 1831, he specialized in anatomy, physiology, and pathology at the University of Leipzig, where he became a full pr[...]

Period: 19th century

650 €
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What Language Are We Talking About? Anatomical…

It must have been more convenient to observe a tongue from all angles when it was presented to students as a plaster anatomical model rather than an actual anatomical cross-section… Karl Ernst Bock, G[...]

Period: 19th century

650 €
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An Anatomical Larynx From The 19th Century

Karl Ernst Bock, German physician and anatomist, 1809–1874. Graduating in medicine in 1831, he specialized in anatomy, physiology, and pathology at the University of Leipzig, where he became a full pr[...]

Period: 19th century

650 €

19th-century Didactic Anatomy Of The Hip

Karl Ernst Bock, German physician and anatomist, 1809–1874. Graduating in medicine in 1831, he specialized in anatomy, physiology, and pathology at the University of Leipzig, where he became a full pr[...]

Period: 19th century

685 €
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Pharmacy - Very Rare Pewter Syrup Chuck, Avallon, 18th Century

Very rare circular pewter syrup container with a long spout and a turned wooden handle with a beaded socket. Control mark: crowned C / AVALLON. Mark of Etienne SERGENT, master craftsman in 1769: crown[...]

Period: 18th century

350 €
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Lorgnette With Horn And Wallpaper, 18th Century

A spyglass constructed of horn and cardboard, lined with wallpaper featuring a typically Italian, perhaps Florentine, checkered pattern, and green vellum on which the remains of small silver tools are[...]

Period: 18th century

550 €

Lorgnette With Small Gilt Decoration, 18th Century

A spyglass constructed of white and brown horn and cardboard lined with paper, embossed with a rich decoration of small gilt tools. The spyglass is unsigned but Italian, dating from the mid-18th centu[...]

Period: 18th century

500 €

Lorgnette - Feminine Origin, 18th Century

A spyglass constructed of white and brown horn and cardboard lined with white-dyed fish skin (ray or shark) and green vellum. The spyglass is unsigned but French, dating from the 18th century. The ori[...]

Period: 18th century

550 €

Small Miniature Globe, World Map, Nk Publishers Paris, 13cm, Early 20th Century

Small miniature globe or world map, signed NK* Publishers in Paris, blackened wood base, early 20th century. This globe is in good overall condition. It is signed on the side. Note: minor imperfection[...]

Period: 20th century

600 €
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J. Forest Terrestrial Globe – Circa 1900 – Large Model On A Sculpted Cast Iron Base

A superb terrestrial globe published by J. Forest and the geographers-publishers Girard & Barrère in Paris, circa 1900–1914. This is a large model (32 cm in diameter), resting on an elegant, richly or[...]

Period: 20th century

630 €
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Antique Brass Square/ruler – Butterfield Paris – Measures “royal Foot”, “rhine Foot”.

Antique brass folding rule/square – Butterfield Paris – “Pied de Roy”, “Pied du Rhin” scales – 18th century Rare antique brass folding rule and square, signed Butterfield Paris, dating from the lat[...]

Period: 18th century

600 €
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Pair Of 19th-century Blown Glass Apothecary Ampoules

A fine pair of blown glass apothecary ampoules, circa 19th century. They feature emery stoppers and a frosted pontil mark at the base and top of the ampoule body. Some air bubbles are present. Total h[...]

Period: 19th century

155 €

Medicine - Pewter Bloodlegging Panel - Paris, 18th Century

Pewter bleeding palette, circular with a molded, rounded rim, with an openwork bracket decorated with stars and a flamed heart.Control mark: "PARIS", used from 1780.Mark of Louis Nicolas Boicervoise, [...]

Period: 18th century

260 €
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English Brass Sector, Signed “r. Glynne Fecit”, 18th Century (circa 1750–1775)

18th-Century English Brass Sector, Signed “R. Glynne Fecit”, c. 1750–1775 Length (closed): 16 cm — Width: 3.8 cm — Material: Solid brass A fine mid-18th-century English brass sector, clearly signed [...]

Period: 18th century

750 €
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Calculating Machine, Known As A Tachylemma, Circa 1876

This small calculating machine, invented and patented by Casimir Louis Chambon in 1876, consists of four printed cylinders: 1 to 9, 10 to 90, 100 to 900, and 1000 to 9000. These cylinders allow the pe[...]

Period: 19th century

680 €

Coddington's Simple Microscope, Circa 1830-1840

Large and early lens, or simple microscope, known as the Coddington microscope, after its inventor Henry Coddington in 1829. The instrument is unsigned, as is typical. The Coddington microscope consis[...]

Period: 19th century

300 €

Five 18th-century Test Tubes

Five blown glass test tubes and their walnut stand, dating from the 18th century. Stand dimensions: 33.3 cm x 10 cm x 24.5 cm high. Height of the tallest test tube: 25 cm

Period: 18th century

520 €
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Pharmacy Corkscrew, Early 19th Century, Cast Iron

Cast iron pharmacy cork cutter, late 18th century. Traditionally used to reduce the size of corks so they could be inserted into a vial or bottle, thus creating an airtight seal. This is a traditional[...]

Period: 18th century

190 €
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Educational Object. Sunflower Seed.

A beautiful educational object representing a large sunflower seed. The object opens in three parts to reveal the entire seed and its germ. A highly original, almost abstract piece. In good condition.[...]

Period: 20th century

155 €

Set Of Drawing Instruments, 18th Century

Large, unsigned German technical drawing instrument set, dating from the second half of the 18th century. This large set includes: - A beam compass with two dry points, one of which can be replaced wi[...]

Period: 18th century

1 200 €

Medicine - Pewter Spitch - Paris, 19th Century

Lenticular-shaped pewter spittoon with tubular spout and screw-on cap. Diameter: 12.6 cm. Length: 16.5 cm PARIS, Second half of the 19th century Rare medical object in perfect condition.Bibliography :[...]

Period: 19th century

190 €
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Bronze Apothecary's Weight, Also Known As The Nuremberg Weight

bronze apothecary's weight, also known as the Nuremberg weight

Period: 19th century

150 €
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Hammond Typewriter, Model 12 Half-moon, 1905

Hammond typewriter, model 12 half-moon, 1905. The Hammond typewriter is named after its designer, James Bartlett Hammond (1839-1913). He believed that the typewriter should allow not only the use of d[...]

Period: 20th century

850 €
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Camera Lucida By Moreau, Circa 1870

A fine example of a camera lucida bearing the signature "Moreau Opticien / 16 rue de Seine," indicating that it was made by the Parisian optical firm Moreau, founded in 1830 and active until the 1890s[...]

Period: 19th century

250 €

Surgical Equipment From The Early 20th Century. A Curiosity.

Antique surgical equipment from the early 20th century, headlamp and case marked Drapier & Sons, United France. Ideal for a cabinet of curiosities or a collection of antique surgical instruments. Good[...]

Period: 20th century

290 €
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Portable Universal Equinox Dial

This instrument consists of a brass base and stand, to which a semi-circular metal dial and a gnomon are attached. The circular base has a felt underside. It incorporates a compass with a central need[...]

Period: 20th century

1 000 €

19th-century Portable Sundial In A Turned Wooden Case

A charming 19th-century portable sundial, presented in an elegant turned wooden case. This compact and refined scientific instrument testifies to the craftsmanship and precision of 19th-century timeke[...]

Period: 19th century

250 €

A 19th-century Asian Portable Bronze Sundial Adorned With Semi-precious Stones.

A rare 19th-century Asian portable sundial, finely crafted in bronze and adorned with semi-precious stones. This exquisite instrument combines scientific functionality with artistic ornamentation, ref[...]

Period: 19th century

500 €

19th Century Silvered And Engraved Bronze Portable Sundial

An elegant 19th-century portable sundial, crafted from partially silvered bronze and finely engraved with precise graduations and decorative details. This compact timekeeping instrument testifies to t[...]

Period: 19th century

500 €

641 / 5.000 19th-century Portable Sundial In Its Wooden Case

A charming 19th-century portable sundial, presented in its original wooden case. This compact instrument exemplifies the craftsmanship and functionality of 19th-century scientific inventions. Designed[...]

Period: 19th century

500 €

19th-century Portable Sundial In Its Wooden Case

A charming 19th-century portable sundial, presented in its original wooden case. This compact instrument exemplifies the craftsmanship and functionality of 19th-century scientific inventions. Designed[...]

Period: 19th century

400 €

18th Century Octagonal Brass Sundial, Signed “johan Schrettegger, Augsburg”.

An exceptional 18th-century octagonal brass sundial, signed "Johan Schrettegger, Augsburg," featuring a blued steel pointer, a folding latitude arc engraved from 10° to 90°, and an engraved equinoctia[...]

Period: 18th century

800 €

19th-century Portable Sundial Signed "dollond London" — Wood And Brass

An elegant 19th-century portable sundial, signed "Dollond London," finely crafted in wood and brass. The renowned Dollond family of London were among the most prominent makers of scientific instrument[...]

Period: 19th century

700 €

19th Century Portable Wooden Sundial

A charming portable sundial in engraved wood, dating from the 19th century. This compact timekeeping instrument exemplifies the practical elegance and craftsmanship of traditional scientific instrumen[...]

Period: 19th century

450 €

19th-century Horizontal Bronze Sundial, After Erasmus Habermel

This 19th-century horizontal bronze sundial is a remarkable piece. It is inspired by the designs of Erasmus Habermel (c. 1538–1606, Prague), one of the most celebrated instrument makers of the late Re[...]

Period: 19th century

2 600 €

19th-century Chinese Portable Sundial In Engraved And Enameled Bronze

A rare 19th-century Chinese portable sundial, finely crafted in engraved and enameled bronze. This instrument, with its precise details, testifies to the craftsmanship and scientific artistry of Qing [...]

Period: 19th century

750 €

19th-century Carved Ivory Globe With Concealed Sundial

A rare and fascinating 19th-century terrestrial globe, finely carved in ivory, which opens to reveal a sundial hidden inside. This extraordinary piece illustrates the skill and ingenuity of 19th-centu[...]

Period: 19th century

3 250 €

American Portable Sundial In Engraved Bronze, 19th Century

A rare 19th-century American portable sundial, finely engraved on bronze, bearing the names of various American cities for geographical reference and calibration. This remarkably crafted instrument te[...]

Period: 19th century

900 €

Portable 19th-century Silvered Brass Sundial, Signed "t. Mason, Dublin"

A magnificent 19th-century portable sundial, signed "T. Mason, Dublin," made of partially silvered brass and adorned with delicate engravings. This elegant scientific instrument testifies to the preci[...]

Period: 19th century

500 €

A Portable German Sundial In Gilt Brass From The 18th Century, Signed "j. Vogler"

An exceptional German portable sundial, finely engraved and made of gilt brass, signed "J. Vogler," and preserved in its original case. Made in the 18th century, this exquisite instrument testifies to[...]

Period: 18th century

1 800 €

19th Century Silver Pocket Sundial

An elegant 19th-century pocket sundial, designed to be carried by hand, crafted from finely engraved silver-plated metal. This compact and functional timepiece reflects the refinement and precision ch[...]

Period: 19th century

350 €

19th Century Portable Wooden Sundial

A charming portable sundial in engraved wood, dating from the 19th century. This compact timekeeping instrument illustrates the practical elegance and craftsmanship of traditional scientific tools of [...]

Period: 19th century

200 €

Portable Ivory Sundial, Germany, 17th Century — Probably Nuremberg

A rare portable sundial in engraved ivory, a fine example of 17th-century German scientific instrumentation, probably made in Nuremberg, a city renowned for its precision and horological innovations. [...]

Period: 17th century

1 800 €

Portable Ivory Sundial, 18th-century German – Probably Nuremberg

An exceptional portable sundial in engraved ivory, a fine example of 18th-century German craftsmanship, likely made in Nuremberg, one of Europe's historic centers for the manufacture of scientific ins[...]

Period: 18th century

1 750 €

Portable Sundial In Engraved Brass, Signed "menant à Paris"

An elegant, portable brass sundial, finely engraved and signed "Menant à Paris," testifying to the precision and expertise of French artisans specializing in scientific instruments. This compact and e[...]

Period: 18th century

1 300 €

Portable Bronze Sextant For Nautical Navigation

An elegant, portable bronze sextant, used for nautical navigation. Finely crafted, it features precise details and a compact design. A beautiful example of traditional maritime instrumentation, it tes[...]

Period: 20th century

350 €

Universal Equinoctial Ring With Sundial, Nicolas Bion, Paris, Circa 1700

Rare equinoctial ring. Signed "N Bion A PARIS", circa 1700, in bronze, composed of meridian and equatorial rings. Latitude engraved with names of European cities alternating with floral motifs. Rotati[...]

Period: 17th century

7 500 €

Field Surgical Kit

Field surgical kit. The rarity of this piece lies in the number of items it contains: Mayo scissors, curved Mayo scissors, needle holder, swabbing forceps, and smear forceps. Plus one (unidentified). [...]

Period: 20th century

1 380 €

Bronze Graphomètre With Pinnules , 18 Th Century Renard Paris

18 th - century bronze graphomètre with sighting vanes , made by renard , ParisGeodeticvand topographic instrumentCompass diamètre : 4,7 cmHeight with ball joint and base : 15 cmWidth : 18 cmComplete [...]

Period: 18th century

800 €

Tracheotomy & Laryngotomy Kit - Maison Dubois

A case signed "M[ais]on DUBOIS | Surgical Instruments | 21 rue M. Le Prince | Paris," [circa mid-20th century]. The case is made of fruitwood, and the instruments are chrome-plated and silver-plated m[...]

Period: 20th century

450 €

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