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Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Blown glass scientific instrument to evaluate the expansion of the liquids with the warmth. Italy
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

Antique Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.
Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.

Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.

H 12 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Blown glass scientific instrument to evaluate the expansion of the liquids with the warmth. Italy
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

Antique Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.
Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.

Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.

H 13.75 in W 3 in D 3 in
Glass scientific instrument: Crookes maltese cross tube, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Blown glass scientific instrument. An example of the Crookes tube with Maltese Cross, in chromed
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Antique Glass scientific instrument: Crookes maltese cross tube, Italy 1900.
Glass scientific instrument: Crookes maltese cross tube, Italy 1900.

Glass scientific instrument: Crookes maltese cross tube, Italy 1900.

H 8.5 in W 10.5 in D 3.5 in
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased microscope. An English, black enamel scientific instrument by J. Swift
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, Swift & Son, Edwardian

H 10.83 in W 5.32 in D 7.29 in
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique cased microscope. An English, enamelled metal and brass scientific instrument by
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian
Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian

Antique Cased Microscope, English, Scientific Instrument, J Swift, Victorian

H 12.41 in W 8.08 in D 5.91 in
Antique Surveyor's Level, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Halden & Sons
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique surveyor's level. An English, brass scientific instrument by J. Halden & Sons of
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Surveyor's Level, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Halden & Sons
Antique Surveyor's Level, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Halden & Sons

Antique Surveyor's Level, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Halden & Sons

H 7.09 in W 11.23 in D 4.34 in
Antique Rolling Parallel Rule, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique rolling parallel rule. An English, brass scientific instrument to aid navigation
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Rolling Parallel Rule, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Edwardian
Antique Rolling Parallel Rule, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Edwardian

Antique Rolling Parallel Rule, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Edwardian

H 2.56 in W 13 in D 4.14 in
Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique scholar's microscope. An English, brass and enamelled metal scientific
Category

Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian
Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian

Antique Scholar's Microscope, English, Brass, Scientific Instrument, Victorian

H 11.82 in W 6.89 in D 6.11 in
Antique Engine Indicator, Scottish, Scientific Instrument, Dobbie McInnes, 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique mechanical engine indicator. A Scottish, brass scientific instrument by Dobbie
Category

1920s Scottish Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Engine Indicator, Scottish, Scientific Instrument, Dobbie McInnes, 1920
Antique Engine Indicator, Scottish, Scientific Instrument, Dobbie McInnes, 1920

Antique Engine Indicator, Scottish, Scientific Instrument, Dobbie McInnes, 1920

H 10.83 in W 7.68 in D 6.5 in
A 18th-Century scientific instrument: wooden screw dilator clamp.
Located in Milan, IT
A medical instrument. A brass screw clamp (dilator), with a rosewood handle. It consists of two
Category

Mid-18th Century English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

A 18th-Century scientific instrument: wooden screw dilator clamp.
A 18th-Century scientific instrument: wooden screw dilator clamp.

A 18th-Century scientific instrument: wooden screw dilator clamp.

H 7 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century Feench Barometer Antique Scientific Instrument Weather Misure
Located in Milan, IT
fist one in 1643 to make an instrument for measure changes of air pressure.
Category

1850s French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

19th Century Feench Barometer Antique Scientific Instrument Weather Misure
19th Century Feench Barometer Antique Scientific Instrument Weather Misure

19th Century Feench Barometer Antique Scientific Instrument Weather Misure

H 37.01 in W 10.36 in D 2.37 in
Induction Coil or Sled Antique Scientific Instrument by Du Bois Reymond 1870
Located in Milan, IT
Induction coil by Du Bois Reymond, also known as Sled of the Du Bois Reymond system designed around 1870 during electrophysiology studies by Emil Du Boid Reymond (1818-1896) known Ge...
Category

1870s Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Induction Coil or Sled Antique Scientific Instrument by Du Bois Reymond 1870
Induction Coil or Sled Antique Scientific Instrument by Du Bois Reymond 1870

Induction Coil or Sled Antique Scientific Instrument by Du Bois Reymond 1870

H 5.12 in W 15.75 in D 5.71 in
Antique Print of a Scientific Instrument, 1769
Located in Langweer, NL
scientific instrument. This print originates from 'The Gentleman's Magazine'. Artists and Engravers: The
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18th Century Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Paper

Antique Print of a Scientific Instrument, 1769
Antique Print of a Scientific Instrument, 1769

Antique Print of a Scientific Instrument, 1769

H 9.65 in W 8.47 in D 0 in
19th Century French Carved Oak Wall Fragment Depicting Scientific Instruments
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved oak wall sculpture from the 19th century, depicting scientific instruments. Those
Category

19th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Carved Oak Wall Fragment Depicting Scientific Instruments
19th Century French Carved Oak Wall Fragment Depicting Scientific Instruments

19th Century French Carved Oak Wall Fragment Depicting Scientific Instruments

H 8.5 in W 11.75 in D 4 in
Antique 18th Century French Bronze Scientific Silk-Weighing Instrument 1789-1795
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare antique 18th century French Lyonnaise bronze scientific Instrument used for weighing Silk, in
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Antique 18th Century French Bronze Scientific Silk-Weighing Instrument 1789-1795
Antique 18th Century French Bronze Scientific Silk-Weighing Instrument 1789-1795

Antique 18th Century French Bronze Scientific Silk-Weighing Instrument 1789-1795

H 31 in W 21.5 in D 5.5 in
18th Century Stick Barometer by Nairne London
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
famous 18th century scientific instrument and barometer maker and this example is of his usual high
Category

18th Century English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Ebony, Satinwood

18th Century Stick Barometer by Nairne London
18th Century Stick Barometer by Nairne London

18th Century Stick Barometer by Nairne London

H 38.59 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in
19th Century Hand Carved Oak "Military" Barometer
Located in North Salem, NY
vintage scientific instruments or military memorabilia.
Category

1880s English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Oak

19th Century Hand Carved Oak "Military" Barometer
19th Century Hand Carved Oak "Military" Barometer

19th Century Hand Carved Oak "Military" Barometer

H 11 in W 12 in D 3.5 in
Fine Circular Protractor by William Cary, London c.1810
By Cary
Located in Norwich, GB
instrument maker, he trained under Jesse Ramsden (1735-1800) he produced numerous scientific instruments
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1810s English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Fine Circular Protractor by William Cary, London c.1810
Fine Circular Protractor by William Cary, London c.1810

Fine Circular Protractor by William Cary, London c.1810

H 1.5 in Dm 9.5 in
Refractor Polarimeter Physic Measuring Instrument Made by Steindorff & Co 1920s
Located in Milan, IT
18 H 22. The mechanic Emil Steindorff founded a factory for scientific instruments in the
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1920s German Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Refractor Polarimeter Physic Measuring Instrument Made by Steindorff & Co 1920s
Refractor Polarimeter Physic Measuring Instrument Made by Steindorff & Co 1920s

Refractor Polarimeter Physic Measuring Instrument Made by Steindorff & Co 1920s

H 7.09 in W 14.18 in D 8.67 in
Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
appeal to collectors of vintage scientific instruments, militaria, or those with a passion for antique
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian
Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

Antique Rolling Ruler, English Cartographer’s Instrument, Architect, Edwardian

H 0.99 in W 41.93 in D 2.56 in
Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by Beringer
By David Beringer
Located in Bilzen, BE
signs of wear consistent with age and use. David Beringer (1756 – 1821) was a German scientific
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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by Beringer
Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by Beringer

Antique 18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by Beringer

H 3.35 in W 2.05 in D 3.35 in
Antique Early 19th Century Silver Wine Hydrometer in Original Turned Wood Case
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
scientific instruments and wine collectors.
Category

Early 19th Century English Biedermeier Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Silver

Antique Early 19th Century Silver Wine Hydrometer in Original Turned Wood Case
Antique Early 19th Century Silver Wine Hydrometer in Original Turned Wood Case

Antique Early 19th Century Silver Wine Hydrometer in Original Turned Wood Case

H 6.97 in Dm 1.97 in
Dutch 19th Century Carved Wooden Barometer
Located in Delft, NL
scene of fruits and scrolls A barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure air pressure in a
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Dutch 19th Century Carved Wooden Barometer
Dutch 19th Century Carved Wooden Barometer

Dutch 19th Century Carved Wooden Barometer

H 24.22 in W 13.39 in D 2.37 in
Mid-19th Century English Iron and Copper Hanging Trade Spring Balance
Located in Dallas, TX
scientific instrument with double hooks for hanging purpose, could hold up to 250 pounds of meat. The piece
Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Mid-19th Century English Iron and Copper Hanging Trade Spring Balance
Mid-19th Century English Iron and Copper Hanging Trade Spring Balance

Mid-19th Century English Iron and Copper Hanging Trade Spring Balance

H 30 in Dm 13 in
French 19th Century Barometer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
scientific instrument with all the carved details in gold gilt and the background is painted a sage green
Category

19th Century French Other Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Paint, Giltwood, Wood

French 19th Century Barometer
French 19th Century Barometer

French 19th Century Barometer

H 38.25 in W 10.25 in D 2 in
Mahogany and Brass Skylight Ship Binnacle, T.S. & J.D. Negus NY, Circa 1860
Located in Charleston, SC
1848 in New York City. They were makers of fine scientific instruments, circa 1848-1900. This highly
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1860s American American Empire Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mahogany and Brass Skylight Ship Binnacle, T.S. & J.D. Negus NY, Circa 1860
Mahogany and Brass Skylight Ship Binnacle, T.S. & J.D. Negus NY, Circa 1860

Mahogany and Brass Skylight Ship Binnacle, T.S. & J.D. Negus NY, Circa 1860

H 45.5 in W 25 in D 14 in
18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Giltwood Wall Barometer & Thermometer
Located in Dallas, TX
, France, circa 1760 and hexagonal in shape, the scientific instrument features its original hand painted
Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Giltwood, Parchment Paper

18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Giltwood Wall Barometer & Thermometer
18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Giltwood Wall Barometer & Thermometer

18th Century French Louis XVI Carved Giltwood Wall Barometer & Thermometer

H 37.75 in W 20 in D 2 in
19th Century French Bronze and Cloisonne Wall Barometer and Letter Holder
Located in Dallas, TX
, the scientific instrument with hunt motifs throughout, features deer, bird and a letter holder pouch
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Bronze

19th Century French Bronze and Cloisonne Wall Barometer and Letter Holder
19th Century French Bronze and Cloisonne Wall Barometer and Letter Holder

19th Century French Bronze and Cloisonne Wall Barometer and Letter Holder

H 14 in W 4 in D 0.75 in
Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories
Located in Milan, IT
Tri-ocular optical microscope Euskop model, antique scientific instrument of painted brass and
Category

1910s Italian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories
Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories

Milan 1910/20 F.lli Koristka Antique Microscope Wooden Box with Accessories

H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 9.45 in
Early 19th Century Negretti and Zambra Bakelite Weather Forecaster
By Negretti & Zambra
Located in Norwich, GB
Zambra were the leading name in the production of meteorological and scientific instruments the history
Category

1910s English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bakelite

Early 19th Century Negretti and Zambra Bakelite Weather Forecaster
Early 19th Century Negretti and Zambra Bakelite Weather Forecaster

Early 19th Century Negretti and Zambra Bakelite Weather Forecaster

H 5.25 in W 3.25 in D 2.25 in
Early 19th Century French Barometer
Located in Charlottesville, VA
, perfect for collectors of scientific instruments or those looking to add a touch of French sophistication
Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Early 19th Century French Barometer
Early 19th Century French Barometer

Early 19th Century French Barometer

H 20.5 in W 18 in D 2 in
French 19th Century Gilt & Painted Barometer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
contrast to the intention as a scientific instrument. One can observe “centigrade” still legible on the
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Gold

French 19th Century Gilt & Painted Barometer
French 19th Century Gilt & Painted Barometer

French 19th Century Gilt & Painted Barometer

H 38.25 in W 10 in D 2.38 in
Vintage Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler, 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
desk or within a collection of scientific instruments. Delivered polished and ready for the enthusiast
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler, 1930
Vintage Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler, 1930

Vintage Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler, 1930

H 0.79 in W 5.71 in D 2.76 in
Holland Circle by Baumann and Kinzelbach
Located in New Orleans, LA
This intriguing item is almost certainly a Holland Circle by German scientific instrument makers
Category

19th Century German Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Holland Circle by Baumann and Kinzelbach
Holland Circle by Baumann and Kinzelbach

Holland Circle by Baumann and Kinzelbach

H 16.75 in W 8.13 in D 8.13 in
Scarce Early 20th Century French Richard Jules Mahogany Cased Barograph
By Jules Richard
Located in Forney, TX
handcrafted in Paris, France, in the early 20th century, this fine weather forecasting scientific instrument
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass

Scarce Early 20th Century French Richard Jules Mahogany Cased Barograph
Scarce Early 20th Century French Richard Jules Mahogany Cased Barograph

Scarce Early 20th Century French Richard Jules Mahogany Cased Barograph

H 6.5 in W 11 in D 5.5 in
Large Wrought Iron Mid-19th Century Scale from Catalonia
Located in Dallas, TX
wrought iron scale is a well-preserved scientific instrument from the 19th century and would make a topic
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Large Wrought Iron Mid-19th Century Scale from Catalonia
Large Wrought Iron Mid-19th Century Scale from Catalonia

Large Wrought Iron Mid-19th Century Scale from Catalonia

H 48 in W 50 in D 24.25 in
A Wellington commemorative barometer retailed by Wehrle and Steuert
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
movement was made by the Somalvico family, barometer and scientific instrument makers from Holborn, London
Category

1850s English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Giltwood

A Wellington commemorative barometer retailed by Wehrle and Steuert
A Wellington commemorative barometer retailed by Wehrle and Steuert

A Wellington commemorative barometer retailed by Wehrle and Steuert

H 47 in W 20 in D 3.5 in
19th Century English Chrome Plated Brass Cross-Legged Reduction Compass
Located in Milan, IT
free. The reduction compass was invented by the Swiss manufacturer of scientific instruments Jost
Category

1890s Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Chrome Plated Brass Cross-Legged Reduction Compass
19th Century English Chrome Plated Brass Cross-Legged Reduction Compass

19th Century English Chrome Plated Brass Cross-Legged Reduction Compass

H 0.5 in W 0.65 in D 7.8 in
Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s
By Henry Troemner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
scientific instruments. In excellent antique condition with minor wear consistent with age. Overall
Category

Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Iron

Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s
Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s

Henry Troemner Apothecary Cast Iron & Metal Balance Scale #1, Circa 1890s

H 15 in W 28 in D 20.5 in
Oxidised Surveyors Level by Reid and Young
Located in Norwich, GB
&20 Cambridge St, Glasgow Source: Directory of British scientific instrument makers 1550-1851 by
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1920s British Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Oxidised Surveyors Level by Reid and Young
Oxidised Surveyors Level by Reid and Young

Oxidised Surveyors Level by Reid and Young

H 6.5 in W 11 in D 4 in
18th Century Parisian Giltwood Barometer Thermometer
Located in Dallas, TX
thermometer are truly spectacular. The gilded scientific instrument can be hung as a decorative element
Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

18th Century Parisian Giltwood Barometer Thermometer
18th Century Parisian Giltwood Barometer Thermometer

18th Century Parisian Giltwood Barometer Thermometer

H 34.75 in W 15.75 in D 2 in
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer
By David Beringer
Located in Milano, MI
, with signs of wear consistent with age and use. David Beringer (1756 – 1821) was a German scientific
Category

Late 18th Century German Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer
18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer

18th Century Diptych Portable Sundial And Compass by German Beringer

H 0.79 in W 2.37 in D 3.55 in
Antique 19th C. W & A K Johnston 18" Celestial Library Floor Globe Stand 1879
By W. & A.K. Johnston
Located in Portland, OR
enlightenment period scientific instruments; numerous lion, bear, serpent and horse figures; many classical
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1870s Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th C. W & A K Johnston 18" Celestial Library Floor Globe Stand 1879
Antique 19th C. W & A K Johnston 18" Celestial Library Floor Globe Stand 1879

Antique 19th C. W & A K Johnston 18" Celestial Library Floor Globe Stand 1879

H 28 in Dm 25 in
Antique Napoleon III Parisian Giltwood Barometer, "Bodeur a Paris", Circa 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
the base of the column on the neck. Although no longer functional as a scientific instrument (the
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1830s French Napoleon III Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Wood, Giltwood

Antique Napoleon III Parisian Giltwood Barometer, "Bodeur a Paris", Circa 1830
Antique Napoleon III Parisian Giltwood Barometer, "Bodeur a Paris", Circa 1830

Antique Napoleon III Parisian Giltwood Barometer, "Bodeur a Paris", Circa 1830

H 45.5 in W 19.75 in D 5 in
Extra Large Antique Mounted Magic Lantern Condensing / Magnifying / Optical Lens
Located in Lisse, NL
the development of modern cinema or because you like scientific instruments or maybe because you are
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Extra Large Antique Mounted Magic Lantern Condensing / Magnifying / Optical Lens
Extra Large Antique Mounted Magic Lantern Condensing / Magnifying / Optical Lens

Extra Large Antique Mounted Magic Lantern Condensing / Magnifying / Optical Lens

H 3.9 in Dm 9 in
Huge Decorative Scientific Induction Coil
Located in Peekskill, NY
We were told that this coil was originally from West Point but there is no paperwork to back that up. We also guessed at its age. But it looks to be over 100 years. We have owned man...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Huge Decorative Scientific Induction Coil
Huge Decorative Scientific Induction Coil

Huge Decorative Scientific Induction Coil

H 23 in W 40 in D 14 in
Scientific Handblown Glass Vacuum Dome
Located in Norwalk, CT
A really neat way to display something amazing this is a really thick quality piece of handblown glass from the early 1900s.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Scientific Instruments

Scientific Handblown Glass Vacuum Dome
Scientific Handblown Glass Vacuum Dome

Scientific Handblown Glass Vacuum Dome

H 22 in Dm 12 in
Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745
By Johann Michael Bergauer
Located in Milano, IT
, passim; - Francis Ward, A catalogue of scientific instruments in the Department of Medieval and later
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1730s Austrian Baroque Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745
Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745

Mechanical Equatorial Sundial, Johann Michael Bergauer, Ante 1745

H 1.3 in W 4.93 in D 3.51 in
Induction electrification demonstrator instrument, Italy 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
Induction electrification demonstrator instrument. By putting two electrically neutral spheres in
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1920s Italian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Gold, Brass

Induction electrification demonstrator instrument, Italy 1920.
Induction electrification demonstrator instrument, Italy 1920.

Induction electrification demonstrator instrument, Italy 1920.

H 12 in W 9 in D 9 in
Decorative Scientific Concave Mercury Mirror Maroon Leather Ebony
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A unusual scientific mirror, French in origin circa 1880 The mirror is mercury, with age related
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Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Leather, Mirror, Ebony

Decorative Scientific Concave Mercury Mirror Maroon Leather Ebony
Decorative Scientific Concave Mercury Mirror Maroon Leather Ebony

Decorative Scientific Concave Mercury Mirror Maroon Leather Ebony

H 6.3 in Dm 2.37 in
Scientific Tool for the Refraction of Light, Italy 1920
Located in Milan, IT
Scientific tool for demonstrating and assessing the refraction of light. Constructed in boxed metal
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1920s Italian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Scientific Tool for the Refraction of Light, Italy 1920
Scientific Tool for the Refraction of Light, Italy 1920

Scientific Tool for the Refraction of Light, Italy 1920

H 10.5 in W 20.5 in D 10.5 in
Circa 1890 French Satinwood Concave Distortion Mirror Viewer Scientific
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Circa 1890 French concave mirror card viewer, all constructed of French polished light wood, with ebonised stained elements. Sliding card holder, hinged handle and mirror. In part...
Category

1890s French Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Satinwood

Circa 1890 French Satinwood Concave Distortion Mirror Viewer Scientific
Circa 1890 French Satinwood Concave Distortion Mirror Viewer Scientific

Circa 1890 French Satinwood Concave Distortion Mirror Viewer Scientific

H 9.85 in Dm 4.93 in
1900s Decorative Wall Hanging „Multimeter“ Scientific Slide Rule Calculator
Located in Vienna, AT
A dekorative appr. 120-year-old, large, wall-mounted round „Multimeter“ analog slide rule calculator. Dated around 1900, made in Germany. It has a rotatable glass disc and offers mul...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

1900s Decorative Wall Hanging „Multimeter“ Scientific Slide Rule Calculator
1900s Decorative Wall Hanging „Multimeter“ Scientific Slide Rule Calculator

1900s Decorative Wall Hanging „Multimeter“ Scientific Slide Rule Calculator

H 0.5 in Dm 13.5 in
Antique Transit Theodolite, English, Surveying Instrument, Thornton, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique transit theodolite. An English, bronze and brass surveying instrument by AG
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Transit Theodolite, English, Surveying Instrument, Thornton, Edwardian
Antique Transit Theodolite, English, Surveying Instrument, Thornton, Edwardian

Antique Transit Theodolite, English, Surveying Instrument, Thornton, Edwardian

H 12.41 in W 7.09 in D 10.44 in
19th Century Glazed Specimen Box Containing Wheat Agricultural Scientific Curio
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rustically produced 19th century glazed specimen box containing wheat and grain hybrids. The pine hinged box opens to reveal two glazed and segmented sections, with a painted blue...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Natural Fiber, Glass, Pine

19th Century Glazed Specimen Box Containing Wheat Agricultural Scientific Curio
19th Century Glazed Specimen Box Containing Wheat Agricultural Scientific Curio

19th Century Glazed Specimen Box Containing Wheat Agricultural Scientific Curio

H 2.37 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in
Late 19th Century Scientific "Cyclo-Stormograph" by Short & Mason Tycos
By Short & Mason
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and appears to be completely intact. Short & Mason Tycos Cyclo-Stormograph under beveled glass & mahogany with a drawer which contains extra graph paper, tiny key and origin...
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Early 1900s English Industrial Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Scientific "Cyclo-Stormograph" by Short & Mason Tycos
Late 19th Century Scientific "Cyclo-Stormograph" by Short & Mason Tycos

Late 19th Century Scientific "Cyclo-Stormograph" by Short & Mason Tycos

H 9 in W 14.5 in D 8.75 in
Antique Barometer Altimeter, English, Explorer's Instrument, Hicks, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pocket barometer altimeter. An English, oak cased explorer's instrument by Hicks
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Oak

Antique Barometer Altimeter, English, Explorer's Instrument, Hicks, Victorian
Antique Barometer Altimeter, English, Explorer's Instrument, Hicks, Victorian

Antique Barometer Altimeter, English, Explorer's Instrument, Hicks, Victorian

H 6.11 in W 5.32 in D 1.97 in
Surgical instrument: forceps, late 19th century, United States 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
A surgical instrument from the late 19th early 20th century. An iron tong. SS White Maker, H.C
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Surgical instrument: forceps, late 19th century, United States 1900.
Surgical instrument: forceps, late 19th century, United States 1900.

Surgical instrument: forceps, late 19th century, United States 1900.

H 5 in W 2.5 in D 0.25 in
Antique EH Sargent Labratory Precision Orsat Gas Analyzer Apparatus Case 21"
By Sargent Welch Scientific Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th - early 20th century Orsat gas analyzer apparatus with absorption pipettes and hardwood case, produced by E.H. Sargent & Company. An Orsat gas analyser or Orsat apparatus ...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Rubber, Hardwood

Antique EH Sargent Labratory Precision Orsat Gas Analyzer Apparatus Case 21"
Antique EH Sargent Labratory Precision Orsat Gas Analyzer Apparatus Case 21"

Antique EH Sargent Labratory Precision Orsat Gas Analyzer Apparatus Case 21"

H 20.5 in W 7 in D 15 in
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 Instruments

Materials

Rubber, Wood

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

H 10 in W 15.75 in D 7.75 in
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Antique Scientific Instruments For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique scientific instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique scientific instruments was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Antique scientific instruments have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Industrial and Louis XVI antique scientific instruments are consistently popular styles. Antique scientific instruments have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by LeMaire Paris, W & T Avery and Dollond, London are consistently popular.

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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