Antique Scientific Instruments

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...

The body is reddish-brown in color and decorated with delicate, dark ornamentation in a historicist style. The neck of the instrument serves as a mount for the thermometer. A particu...

A wonderful pair of early 20th-century American measuring instruments by Keuffel & Esser Co. of New York, comprising the larger Harvard 100-foot tape and smaller Dartmouth 50-foot ta...

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...

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

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...

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...

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. ...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

One of a kind barometer in the Louis XVI style, dating from 18th century France. It features an octagonal profile decorated with a large carved and gilded wooden frame. The barometer...

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 ...

Porcelain thermometer "Dachshund and frog", Metzler & Ortloff, Germany, beg. of 20th century Additional Information: Materials: Porcelain, glass, underglaze hand painting Vi...

Antique early-20th Century English 15ct solid gold mechanical pencil by Sampson Mordan & Co., crafted from the relatively uncommon 15-carat gold standard. Unlike the more typical...

Antique 20th Century English solid silver cased barometer. The case is of a smooth, circular form with a hinged lid allowing the barometer within to be viewed. When the lid is lifted...

A Military meter used during the campaign for military national service in Italy. The base, made out of cast iron, is richly decorated, including the Savoy Coat of Arms. Rise up hold...

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...

This is an antique reader's magnifying glass. An English, silver plated library magnifier, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Superb Victorian example with a large, br...

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...

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 ...

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

Pocket Compass / Nautical Compass. Appears to be marked Barker and Sons of London. If authentic, could be circa 1890 but we are unable to confirm. Please use your own judgement on ...

ABOUT An antique No.4 Kodak Model E folding camera featuring red bellows, Mahogany inlay panels on each side, leather wrapped body and black metal, chrome and brass accents on the l...

Fine quality antique Victorian Black Forest aneroid barometer having a fantastic quality antique Victorian Black Forest barometer with a quality carved walnut case with leaves, branc...

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...

c. 1898-1903; The Dodge Scale Co. - 11th Ave & 20th St., New York Ornate countertop balance scale marked "THE MICROMETER - PATENTED MAR. 22, 1898 / JUL. 21, 1903 - THE DODGE SCA...

This is a rare 1862 Carlo Ponti Megalethoscope. This is real survivor is amazing condition for its age. I found only one wooden trim piece missing on the underside.... It even has ...

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

Wonderful example. amazing patina.. An orrery has only 6 planets because it was built or designed to show only the six classical planets visible to the naked eye from Earth: Mercury,...

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...

Joseph Sinel, Step On It scale, model S - Joseph Sinel 1889–1975 Rare Machine Age / Art Deco Step On It scale, model S International Ticket Scale Company New Zealand / USA, 1929. R...

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...

An antique wall-mounted telephone, circa 1900, manufactured by the Swedish American Telephone Co. This fiddleback style telephone is crafted from oak and features a hand-crank mechan...

This antique Atwater Kent breadboard radio, dating to the early 20th century, showcases an iconic design from the dawn of radio technology. The apparatus is mounted on a wooden base,...

Antique English "Troughton & Simms, London" Standing Brass Telescope, Circa 1860.

This antique wall-mount crank telephone, crafted from oak, dates to approximately 1910. The telephone features a classic design with twin brass bells, a hand-crank magneto, and a rec...

For your consideration, an antique "pancake" style lever padlock, likely an Edwards 6-Lever padlock or a similar model made by Slaymaker or Eagle Lock Co. These flat, round locks wer...

For your consideration, antique metal sheep shears, often used for manual wool clipping and rustic decor. The item features decorative floral or vine engraving on the blade, a common...

The Kodak Beau Brownie cameras, designed by renowned industrial designer Walter Dorwin Teague for the Eastman Kodak Company, are iconic examples of Art Deco styling from the early 19...

Une chambre photographique est un appareil photographique de grand format il s'agit ici d'un beau modele 19eme en très bel état 54cm de profondeur 36cm de haut 27cm de large

A 20lbs standard verification balance by W & T Avery of Birmingham, dated 1908. Made for the City Borough of Blackpool. Lever marked: W&T AVERY Ltd BIRMINGHAM PATENT 24269-06 Fron...

A folding portable brass sundial and compass, ornately engraved octagonal fire gilt base plate, Augsburg, circa 1780 – 1800. Signed: And Vogl. (Andreas Vogler 1766-1808). The hour ...

A “Hedley Dial” Miner’s and Surveyor’s compass by Davis & Son of Derby, circa 1875. Signed: Davis & Son, Derby: No 229 4 ½ inch silvered dial with two spirit levels. Outer dial di...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...