Antique Scientific Instruments

Scientific studies about these changes began in the middle ofXVII century, following experiments about the existence of empty, that antique philosophers denied because “nature hates ...

Topographic level signed W.F Stanley of burnished brass, from the second half of the 19th century. In excellent condition and complete with original mahogany box with brass hinges an...

Taxus baccata, enlarged and removable didactic model of the yew seed, tree very used as hedge, belonging to the order of the conifers. German manufacture of the twenties made of papi...

Beautiful set of early 1900s surgical instruments, including an amputation saw stamped A. GOUGEON and a complete Renault trepan with its accessories (rare). Overall in good condition...

A 19th-century surgical instrument. An amputation chain saw with a white metal body and iron stops, extractor, and chain. The bar-shaped body has a rectangular section that curves sl...

Ear trumpet, bell and earphone of ebonite and extension of rubber, German medical instrument, manufacture of the early 1900s. Measures: Length 10 cm, 3.9 inches, bell diameter 4.5 cm...

Marked “Lunette de B… Mle 1897–1906, N° 136, APX 1910,” it suggests a military or scientific context, likely as an observation or surveying instrument.

Fine 19th-century horizontal sundial, crafted in bronze, inspired by the designs of Erasmus Habermel (ca. 1538–1606, Prague), one of the most celebrated instrument makers of the lat...

A rare and visually compelling early 20th-century American industrial drafting and layout instrument set, dated May 9, 1925, and marked “Mansize – Polyface – Slapstick,” along with “...

A rare and highly detailed late 19th century anatomical wax model of a dissected human head, mounted on a wooden display board designed for wall presentation. Probably German in orig...

Late 18th Century Ottoman Engraved Bronze Inkwell Rare and evocative Ottoman bronze inkwell dating from the late 18th century, finely engraved and richly decorated with traditional o...

Authentic antique Roman scale, crafted from wrought iron with a sliding brass weight. This traditional instrument, historically used for weighing goods, stands out for its functional...

Day & Millward were well known manufacturers of scientific and weighing instruments in the 19th century, producing reliable equipment for chemists, laboratories and commercial use.

This rare Victorian prosthetic support, crafted by William Henry Spratt, represents a remarkable example of 19th-century innovation in orthopedic and surgical engineering. Operating ...

A high-quality aneroid barograph, the lacquered brass mechanism mounted on a polished base and enclosed within a glazed case of ebonised wood with a metal (brass-mounted) frame and c...

A fine antique Victorian English wheel barometer by G & L Guanziroli of Hatton Garden London, housed in a beautifully figured walnut case with an elegant scroll-shaped top and base. ...

Bring authentic industrial character and historical charm to a kitchen, wine cellar, butcher shop, or country house interior with this antique hanging trade scale. Crafted in Birming...

Monumental 19th Century French Brass Butcher's Trade Scale with Bull Finial A rare and highly decorative 19th-century French butcher's or market balance scale, executed predominantly...

A gold, large antique French Louis XVI period barometer, signed by Torricelli in gilded wood and of oval shape with original scientific illustrations, in good condition. The detailed...

This elegant antique balance scale was crafted in Bristol, England, in the late 19th century, circa 1880–1890, and represents the high level of precision engineering associated with ...

Knoke & Dressler Cased Surgical Suite (Germany), 19th Century. 4 tray surgical suite consisting of amputation saw, blades, trepanning tools and others. Case 7"H x 20"W x 1 1/2"D Kno...

Painted Barometer with Thermometer, Late 18th Century: A finely crafted wall-mounted barometer in a muted gray painted finish, featuring an elongated, neoclassical form with carved ...

This is an antique apothecary mortar and pestle. An English, bronze kitchen or chemist's instrument with Tudor Rose motif, dating to the mid 17th century, circa 1650. Fascinating an...

A very decorative antique carved oak aneroid barometer with integrated thermometer, mounted on a finely shaped backplate. The case is richly carved with stylised foliate and scroll m...

UNIVERSAL EQUINOCTIAL RING SUN DIAL NICOLAS BION, PARIS, CIRCA 1700 A RARE EQUINOCTIAL RING signed "N Bion A PARIS", around 1700, made IN BRONZE composed of meridian and equatorial ...

A botanic didactical specimen depicting a Wheat flower (Triticum durum), made out of papier mache wood and metal with black wooden base, hand painted. Extremely detailed. Osterloh Mo...

Rare cadran solaire portatif chinois du XIXe siècle, finement ouvragé en bronze gravé et émaillé. Cet instrument aux détails précis témoigne du savoir-faire et de l'art scientifique...

This elegant meteorological instrument offers both decorative appeal and historical charm.

Lampe à huile en bronze d'Espagne du début du 18° siècle à 4 feux ravissante Lampe à huile comportant une série d'éléments d'entretien suspendus à des chaînes. La base ronde présente...

An early 19th century mahogany marine barometer of exceptional quality and originality. The elegant carved, fluted and turned case has an inset engraved bone register plate reading f...

Antique Scandinavian Trog A hand-carved trog in aged burled wood, likely Norwegian, 18th or 19th century. The single lug handle with its oval cutout is a hallmark of Scandinavian fo...

A group of 8 geometric solids made of solid Oak wood for educational use. Some solids are decomposable. Castiglione, Turin, Italy circa 1900.

A rare botanical schematic model by Prof. T. Ferraris, didactic use, of a type of inflorescence specimen, the Composed Umbrella, made with hand-painted plaster colored gems, wooden b...

A rare botanical schematic model by Prof. T. Ferraris, didactic use, of a type of inflorescence specimen, the Raceme or cluster, made with hand-painted plaster colored gems, wooden b...

The Chandler & Price press is a legendary line of cast-iron, flywheel-driven platen presses that revolutionized commercial printing. Founded in 1881 in Cleveland, Ohio, these mac...

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...

Scientifically advanced and exquisitely crafted, this rare 19th-century gold and enamel Swiss telescope is an item of exceptional luxury.

Late 19th century surveyor's tape by Elliott Brothers, London. Located on The Strand from 1840 into the 20th century. 7 3/8" dia. x 2 3/8". We are a family business that has been a ...

A wonderful example of an Aligarh lock made in India in the early twentieth century. Luckily it retains it's original brass lock cover stamped "Victoria Empress". Working well wi...

8511 Ing. A. Salmoiraghi, Milan; Centesimal brass theodolite No. 7886, from the late 19th century. It is a scientific instrument used in terrestrial observations to measure horizont...

Oak Perpetual Calendar England, 1900 Oak perpetual desk calendar with rotating side posts to change the month, day, and date. 5.5"w x 3”d x 6.5”h Ref. O2230

A highly unusual and super quality 19th Century mahogany and brass measuring stand. With two beautifully engraved brass plates showing measurements and a sliding height bar with a w...

This striking antique French Black Forest–style barometer thermometer was crafted in France circa 1880 from richly carved solid walnut. Designed as a vertical wall-mounted piece, the...

This authentic antique Ericsson No. 305 wall telephone was manufactured by AB L.M. Ericsson & Co. in Stockholm. Model No. 305 was produced from the late 19th through the early 20...

ABOUT A beautifully preserved piece of local California utility history. This solid oak telephone subset ringer box with intact internal mechanism was custom shop-built in San Franci...

French Victorian brass scale with 2 round trays on square wooden base (signed CHARPENTIER with hallmark)

This piece came from the personal collection of Thierry Despont (1948 - 2023), perhaps best known for his architectural practice—which played integral roles in the restoration of the...

ABOUT Antique barber shop sterilizer cabinet features a glass-front door with the original "Antiseptic Sterilizer" logo. Mirrored glass back and one removable glass shelf with the o...

This 19th Century French iron and brass scale presents a beautifully balanced combination of industrial form and warm metallic detail. Its cast-iron base displays a clean, architectu...

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Syringa vulgaris N. 37 (Uleaceae). The round base in ebonized wood holds the botanical model which reveals the flower of the Lilac. Brendel, Be...

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Triticum Vulgare N.11A (Gramineae). The round base in ebonized wood holds the botanical model which reveals the flower of the Wheat. Brendel, B...

Set of 28 Geometric Bakelite Bauhaus Science Classroom Crystal Models, Prague, 1930s Exceptional and rare set of twenty-eight geometric crystal models from a Czech science classroom...

Amazing Underwood No. 5 Typewriter, New York, circa 1917, an icon in the history of typing. This typewriter is a classic among 20th-century typewriters. The mechanism works perfect...

19th Century Bronze Mortar Mortar: 9x12 cm

Balance made in Italy in the early 1900s using Carrara marble and brass. The balance is a beautiful example of early 20th century craftsmanship that was focused in bringing beauty ev...

This is a small antique three draw telescope, an English brass and fruitwood terrestrial refractor, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A delightfully tactile optical in...

Quality antique Edwardian carved oak aneroid barometer, having a quality antique Edwardian aneroid banjo barometer with a fantastic carved oak case surrounding a white porcelain circ...