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Large 1920's Vintage Scientific Anatomical Human 3D Educational Ear Model
Large 1920's Vintage Scientific Anatomical Human 3D Educational Ear Model

Large 1920's Vintage Scientific Anatomical Human 3D Educational Ear Model

Located in Lafayette, IN

Large 1920's Vintage scientific anatomical human 3D ear model. Large 16" scale and wonderful

Category

1920s American Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Rubber, Wood

Anatomical Model of Human Eye Papier-maché, Scientific Collectables, Dr.Auzoux
Anatomical Model of Human Eye Papier-maché, Scientific Collectables, Dr.Auzoux

Anatomical Model of Human Eye Papier-maché, Scientific Collectables, Dr.Auzoux

By Dr. Louis Auzoux

Located in Leuven , BE

Anatomical cut of one eye, composition in natural painted papier-maché, with numbered labels on the different elements / the opening eyeball to cover the removable pute. Pen annotati...

Category

19th Century French Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Paper, Plaster

Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.
Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.

Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand painted, plaster, anatomical plate by New York Scientific Supply Co. depicting the musculature

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood, Plaster

French Victorian Bronze Cannon Model
French Victorian Bronze Cannon Model

French Victorian Bronze Cannon Model

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian bronze cannon with trailer model. (2 pieces)

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Bronze

Model of super-heated steam boiler
Model of super-heated steam boiler

Model of super-heated steam boiler

Located in London, GB

A copper and brass model of super-heated steam boiler, circa 1910. With pressure gauge, LB PER SQ

Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Brass, Copper

A botanic model Brendel, Germany 1900.
A botanic model Brendel, Germany 1900.

A botanic model Brendel, Germany 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Conium maculatum N.60 (Umbelliferae). The round base in

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Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

A seed scale model, France 1830.
A seed scale model, France 1830.

A seed scale model, France 1830.

Located in Milan, IT

Rare model of scale for seeds. Wooden and iron. France 1830 ca.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Iron

A Brendel botanic model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900.
A Brendel botanic model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900.

A Brendel botanic model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare Brendel botanical model of Taxus N.40 (Coniferae), Yew. The round base in ebonized wood

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

A Brendel botanic model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900.
A Brendel botanic model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900.

A Brendel botanic model: Taxus-Yew, Germany 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Taxus N.40a female (Coniferae), Badger. The round base in

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

Educational Mechanical Model in Bronze and Wood – 19th Century
Educational Mechanical Model in Bronze and Wood – 19th Century

Educational Mechanical Model in Bronze and Wood – 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Rare and fascinating educational mechanical model dating from the 19th century, made of bronze and

Category

19th Century Other Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Bronze

Anatomical model for class: a heart, France 1890.
Anatomical model for class: a heart, France 1890.

Anatomical model for class: a heart, France 1890.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomical model for class, depicting an animal’s heart, made out of painted papier mache. Ebonized

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

Ancient anatomical model of the hand, Italy 1900.
Ancient anatomical model of the hand, Italy 1900.

Ancient anatomical model of the hand, Italy 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting the hand swinging on a fork supported by a

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Anatomical model: a thyroid, Germany end of 18th century.
Anatomical model: a thyroid, Germany end of 18th century.

Anatomical model: a thyroid, Germany end of 18th century.

Located in Milan, IT

Coloured wax anatomic model depicting an human organ: Thyroid mounted on black painted wooden base

Category

Late 18th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

Anatomical model for class: an animal intestine, Italy 1890.
Anatomical model for class: an animal intestine, Italy 1890.

Anatomical model for class: an animal intestine, Italy 1890.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomic model for class, didactic purpuse, depicting an animal’s intestine, made out of painted

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Paper

Anatomical model for class, depicting the kidneys, Spain 1890.
Anatomical model for class, depicting the kidneys, Spain 1890.

Anatomical model for class, depicting the kidneys, Spain 1890.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomic model for schools, for educational use, depicting the kidneys, made out of painted papier

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Fruitwood

Ancient anatomical model of a flayed hand, Italy 1900.
Ancient anatomical model of a flayed hand, Italy 1900.

Ancient anatomical model of a flayed hand, Italy 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting a flayed hand. Made of plaster, in

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

Botanic model depicting a Vitis vinifera flower, Italy 1900.
Botanic model depicting a Vitis vinifera flower, Italy 1900.

Botanic model depicting a Vitis vinifera flower, Italy 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

A botanic didactical specimen, depicting a Vitis vinifera flower, pale yellow green color made out of papier mache, plaster and wood hand painted. Extremely detailed. Paravia Milano,...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Ancient Planet Model, Tellurium, FR. J. Berg, Stockholm, circa 1900
Ancient Planet Model, Tellurium, FR. J. Berg, Stockholm, circa 1900

Ancient Planet Model, Tellurium, FR. J. Berg, Stockholm, circa 1900

Located in Greven, DE

Ancient planet model so-called tellurium Stockholm Metal, wood, paper around 1900 Dimensions: H x

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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Metal

Anatomical model: an external and inner ear, Dresden, Germany 1920.
Anatomical model: an external and inner ear, Dresden, Germany 1920.

Anatomical model: an external and inner ear, Dresden, Germany 1920.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting an external and internal ear, made of

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Fruitwood, Parchment Paper

Ancient plaster anatomical model of a flayed foot, Italy 1900.
Ancient plaster anatomical model of a flayed foot, Italy 1900.

Ancient plaster anatomical model of a flayed foot, Italy 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting a flayed foot. Made of plaster, in

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

Italian Antique Botanical Model Early 1900s Plaster on Wooden Base
Italian Antique Botanical Model Early 1900s Plaster on Wooden Base

Italian Antique Botanical Model Early 1900s Plaster on Wooden Base

By Antonio Vallardi Editore

Located in Milan, IT

Botanical model made of painted plaster and mounted on black painted wooden boards of an

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Wood

A GERMAN  ANATOMICAL MODEL OF a PREGNANT WOMAN STEPHEN ZICK
A GERMAN  ANATOMICAL MODEL OF a PREGNANT WOMAN STEPHEN ZICK

A GERMAN ANATOMICAL MODEL OF a PREGNANT WOMAN STEPHEN ZICK

Located in Madrid, ES

A GERMAN ANATOMICAL MODEL OF A PREGNANT WOMAN STEPHEN ZICK The woman with articulated arms

Category

Early 18th Century Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

Anatomical model: a decomposable eyeball, Italy end of 19th century.
Anatomical model: a decomposable eyeball, Italy end of 19th century.

Anatomical model: a decomposable eyeball, Italy end of 19th century.

Located in Milan, IT

Rare anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting a decomposable eyeball, complete in

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Metal

19th C Anatomical Didactic Model of a Torso with Removable Organs.
19th C Anatomical Didactic Model of a Torso with Removable Organs.

19th C Anatomical Didactic Model of a Torso with Removable Organs.

Located in Leuven , BE

Anatomical models have been used for centuries as an adjunct to teaching anatomy, and play an

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

"Kodak Special Model A" Sealskin Folding Camera c.1915-1920
"Kodak Special Model A" Sealskin Folding Camera c.1915-1920

"Kodak Special Model A" Sealskin Folding Camera c.1915-1920

By Eastman Kodak

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT The body of the Kodak Special, Model A incorporates several unusual design features. The

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler
Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler

Antique Schaeffer & Budenberg Stationary Steam Engine Model w Copper Boiler

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Schaeffer & Budenberg stationary steam engine model. Made of cast iron

Category

Late 19th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Metal, Copper

Anatomical model for class of the lungs and heart, Germany 1920.
Anatomical model for class of the lungs and heart, Germany 1920.

Anatomical model for class of the lungs and heart, Germany 1920.

Located in Milan, IT

Rare anatomical model for class, depicting human lungs and heart, made out of painted plaster

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Fruitwood

Early 20th Century Death Cap & Fly Agaric Model Fungi Natural History
Early 20th Century Death Cap & Fly Agaric Model Fungi Natural History

Early 20th Century Death Cap & Fly Agaric Model Fungi Natural History

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Very well modeled pair of Fungi's, circa 1920/30 in age, European in origins. Mounted on turned

Category

1920s European Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Paper

Large Floor Model Antique Brass Scale With Wooden Case With Glass Panels
Large Floor Model Antique Brass Scale With Wooden Case With Glass Panels

Large Floor Model Antique Brass Scale With Wooden Case With Glass Panels

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Case on four feet with lower drawer. On four legs that are screwed to adjust for level. There is a removable wooden framed door with glass panel that slides in from the top. A bras...

Category

19th Century Industrial Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Brass

A botanic model of a pale pink tulip, Brendel, Germany 1880.
A botanic model of a pale pink tulip, Brendel, Germany 1880.

A botanic model of a pale pink tulip, Brendel, Germany 1880.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare Brendel botanical model of Tulipa gesneriana, the Tulip N.200 (Liliaceae), light pink color

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

Antique "No. 3 Folding Pocket Kodak, Model AB" Camera c.1900
Antique "No. 3 Folding Pocket Kodak, Model AB" Camera c.1900

Antique "No. 3 Folding Pocket Kodak, Model AB" Camera c.1900

By Eastman Kodak

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT The Kodak No.3 Model AB is an early model. The body of camera is all leather with a

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Anatomical model: an external and inner ear, Germany early 20th century.
Anatomical model: an external and inner ear, Germany early 20th century.

Anatomical model: an external and inner ear, Germany early 20th century.

Located in Milan, IT

Anatomical model for class, depicting an external and inner ear, made out of painted papier plaster

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Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

An anatomical plaster model of the section of the head, Austria 1870.
An anatomical plaster model of the section of the head, Austria 1870.

An anatomical plaster model of the section of the head, Austria 1870.

Located in Milan, IT

An anatomical model of the section of the head, cast out of plaster, signed “ K.K.S.T.G.S.C.H

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

Early 20th Century French Peugeot Frères Cast Iron Coffee Grinder, Model A
Early 20th Century French Peugeot Frères Cast Iron Coffee Grinder, Model A

Early 20th Century French Peugeot Frères Cast Iron Coffee Grinder, Model A

Located in Dallas, TX

This authentic early 20th-century coffee grinder was crafted in France by Peugeot Frères, renowned for their exceptional cast iron mills long before they became famous for automobile...

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Early 20th Century French Country Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Iron

Emile Deyrolle 19th Century Plaster, Wire and Wood Didactic Germination Models
Emile Deyrolle 19th Century Plaster, Wire and Wood Didactic Germination Models

Emile Deyrolle 19th Century Plaster, Wire and Wood Didactic Germination Models

By Emile Deyrolle

Located in Buffalo, NY

, wire and wood Didactic models depicting progression, Anatomie Vegetalf, beautifully executed, museum

Category

19th Century French Folk Art Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wire

A botanic model of a fern Pteris serrulata, A. Dall’Eco, Italy 1880.
A botanic model of a fern Pteris serrulata, A. Dall’Eco, Italy 1880.

A botanic model of a fern Pteris serrulata, A. Dall’Eco, Italy 1880.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare botanical model by A. Dall'Eco di Pteris serrulata N.66 (Ferns. Sporangium and Spore). The

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Boxwood

Didactic Flower Model German Manufacture of 1860 circa Made of Painted Plaster
Didactic Flower Model German Manufacture of 1860 circa Made of Painted Plaster

Didactic Flower Model German Manufacture of 1860 circa Made of Painted Plaster

Located in Milan, IT

Didactic flower, German manufacture of 1860 circa, depicting Marchantia Polymorpha L., made of painted plaster on a wooden base; the seed is removable. Cm 13 x 38 - inches 5.11 x 14....

Category

1860s German Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

19th Century Victorian Scale Model Of A Gas Meter, Crystal Palace Expo, c.1851
19th Century Victorian Scale Model Of A Gas Meter, Crystal Palace Expo, c.1851

19th Century Victorian Scale Model Of A Gas Meter, Crystal Palace Expo, c.1851

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique mid-19th Century Victorian very rare cast iron scale model of the original meter used to

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Iron

Systèmes Planétaires Antique Print, Celestial Models Chart, 1842
Systèmes Planétaires Antique Print, Celestial Models Chart, 1842

Systèmes Planétaires Antique Print, Celestial Models Chart, 1842

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique print titled 'Systèmes Planétaires'. Chart of various celestial and scientific models

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Paper

POUL HENNINGSEN Table lamp PH 4/3 pat appl, 1927
POUL HENNINGSEN Table lamp PH 4/3 pat appl, 1927

POUL HENNINGSEN Table lamp PH 4/3 pat appl, 1927

By Poul Henningsen

Located in Egå, DK

scientifically modeled three-shade reflector system (following the lituus curve), which aims to offer a

Category

1920s Danish Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique Print of an Orrery and Ancient Church, 1754
Antique Print of an Orrery and Ancient Church, 1754

Antique Print of an Orrery and Ancient Church, 1754

Located in Langweer, NL

fascinating look at a combination of historical and scientific subjects, including a mechanical model of the

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18th Century English Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Paper

Large Meissen Porcelain Group Allegory of Geography & Science, Maiden & Putties
Large Meissen Porcelain Group Allegory of Geography & Science, Maiden & Putties

Large Meissen Porcelain Group Allegory of Geography & Science, Maiden & Putties

Located in New York, NY

telescope lies across the foreground, symbolizing observation and scientific learning. These elements are

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1870s German Rococo Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Enamel

Remington Vertical Adder Model 22 Type Writer
Remington Vertical Adder Model 22 Type Writer

Remington Vertical Adder Model 22 Type Writer

By E. Remington and Sons

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Remington typewriter with table on wheels. Type: Remington vertical adder model 22. The right

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Early 20th Century American Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Steel

19th Century German Anatomical Didactic Abdominal & Pelvis Model attr. to Sommer
19th Century German Anatomical Didactic Abdominal & Pelvis Model attr. to Sommer

19th Century German Anatomical Didactic Abdominal & Pelvis Model attr. to Sommer

By Marcus Sommer

Located in London, GB

Antique Anatomical Model, Medical Antique, Anatomical Antique, Vintage Anatomical Model, Antique

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Late 19th Century German Industrial Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster, Paint, Paper

Big Anatomical Head Model in Paper-Mâché by Dr. Auzoux
Big Anatomical Head Model in Paper-Mâché by Dr. Auzoux

Big Anatomical Head Model in Paper-Mâché by Dr. Auzoux

By Dr. Louis Auzoux

Located in Madrid, ES

head model in paper-mâché. Measures: 45.5 x 28 x 11 cms. Louis Auzoux obtained the medical degree

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Late 19th Century French Other Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Paper

19th Century Anatomical Model of Dissected Wax Head Mounted on Framed Board
19th Century Anatomical Model of Dissected Wax Head Mounted on Framed Board

19th Century Anatomical Model of Dissected Wax Head Mounted on Framed Board

Located in London, GB

Antique Anatomical Model, Anatomical Wax Model, Antique Wax Head, Medical Antique, Anatomical

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Late 19th Century German Gothic Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century German Anatomical Model of a Liver on Stand, circa 1890
Late 19th Century German Anatomical Model of a Liver on Stand, circa 1890

Late 19th Century German Anatomical Model of a Liver on Stand, circa 1890

By Bock Steger

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

and scientific shops in Germany. Steger models are of significant historical interest because of their

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1890s German High Victorian Antique Scientific Model

Materials

Plaster

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Antique Scientific Model For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique scientific model for your home. An antique scientific model — often made from wood, plaster and glass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique scientific model — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique scientific model, designed in the Industrial or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique scientific model over the years, but those crafted by Antonio Vallardi Editore, Louis M. Meusel and National Cash Register Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Finding the Right Scientific-instruments for You

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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