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Midcentury Molecular Models Set from the 1950s, 7 Pieces
Midcentury Molecular Models Set from the 1950s, 7 Pieces

Midcentury Molecular Models Set from the 1950s, 7 Pieces

Located in Wien, AT

7-part set of different molecular models for chemistry lessons. Made in the Czech Republic in the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models

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Metal

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Benzene
Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Benzene

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Benzene

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage ball and stick molecular model depicting elemental structure of Benzene, circa 1950s.

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20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s

Located in Wien, AT

This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Acrylic, Plywood

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s

Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s

Located in Wien, AT

This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Acrylic, Plywood

Large Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech  1970s
Large Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech  1970s

Large Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s

Located in Wien, AT

This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Acrylic, Plywood

Oversized Wooden Puzzle Sculpture in the Style of Sori Yanagi, France
Oversized Wooden Puzzle Sculpture in the Style of Sori Yanagi, France

Oversized Wooden Puzzle Sculpture in the Style of Sori Yanagi, France

By Sori Yanagi

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Both a puzzle and a work of art, it embodies the harmony between mathematical precision and organic craftsmanship. Evoking molecular models as well as mid-century abstract sculpture...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

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Wood

French 1950s Atomic Chandelier, Maple Wood & Brass, Kinetic Design
French 1950s Atomic Chandelier, Maple Wood & Brass, Kinetic Design

French 1950s Atomic Chandelier, Maple Wood & Brass, Kinetic Design

Located in Hanover, MA

The design is clearly inspired by the shape of molecular models and atomic iconography. The curved arms are suggestive of kinetic motion of neutrons and electrons.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech
1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech

1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech

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H 9.75 in W 9.75 in D 9.75 in

1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech

Located in New Rochelle, NY

We have come into a great collection of many of these different molecular models. Please see our other pieces.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Minimalist Architectural Models

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Metal

1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech
1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech

1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech

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H 9 in W 9 in D 9 in

1950s Molecular Structure from Prague, Czech

Located in New Rochelle, NY

We have come into a great collection of many of these different molecular models. Please see our other pieces. Available for production design.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Minimalist Architectural Models

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Metal

Monumental American Space Age Chrome Eight-Branch Table Lamp with Glass Globes
Monumental American Space Age Chrome Eight-Branch Table Lamp with Glass Globes

Monumental American Space Age Chrome Eight-Branch Table Lamp with Glass Globes

Located in Port Hope, ON

Echoes of a scientific molecular model combined with both the Sputnik and the Brussels Atomium can be found in its design.

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Vintage 1960s American Space Age Table Lamps

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Chrome

Wall Hanging Made of Molecule Models
Wall Hanging Made of Molecule Models

Wall Hanging Made of Molecule Models

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H 10 in W 10 in D 10 in

Wall Hanging Made of Molecule Models

Located in New York, NY

Vintage molecular atom model, decorative or for educational purposes.

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Vintage 1960s German Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Czech Molecular Model
Vintage Czech Molecular Model

Vintage Czech Molecular Model

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H 17.3 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in

Vintage Czech Molecular Model

Located in High Point, NC

A molecular model from Czechia, circa 1970. Originally an educational aide, the jewel-like form creates a unique aesthetic impact.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Acrylic

1955  Molecular Model from Harvard University
1955  Molecular Model from Harvard University

1955 Molecular Model from Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Please visit our storefront or visit our Center 44 showroom.** Vintage molecular model of Boron Nitride comprised of solid, polished plastic spheres of green and red in a three-ti...

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Vintage 1950s American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Classroom Molecular Model from Harvard University, 1971
Classroom Molecular Model from Harvard University, 1971

Classroom Molecular Model from Harvard University, 1971

Located in Brooklyn, NY

** Vintage molecular model, signed and dated 1971, depicting the formation of Tetragonal Boron.

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20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Early 20th Century Educational Leybold Molecular Model Graphite, 'Graphit II'
Early 20th Century Educational Leybold Molecular Model Graphite, 'Graphit II'

Early 20th Century Educational Leybold Molecular Model Graphite, 'Graphit II'

By Leybold

Located in Haarlem, NL

What a lovely find this superb rare 1910s German educational Leybold wooden ball and stick molecular model with original markers label. A great decorative piece, that stands on its ...

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Early 20th Century German Models and Miniatures

1970s Czech Molecular Model, a Pair
1970s Czech Molecular Model, a Pair

1970s Czech Molecular Model, a Pair

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H 9.1 in W 16.1 in D 11 in

1970s Czech Molecular Model, a Pair

Located in High Point, NC

A molecular model from Czechia, produced circa 1970.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Graphite
Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Graphite

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Graphite

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage ball and stick molecular model depicting elemental structure of graphite, circa 1950s.

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20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Methane
Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Methane

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Methane

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage ball and stick molecular model depicting elemental structure of methane, circa 1950s.

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20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Salt
Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Salt

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Salt

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage ball and stick molecular model depicting elemental structure of NaCl, salt, circa 1950s.

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20th Century Scientific Instruments

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Ice
Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Ice

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Ice

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage ball and stick molecular model depicting elemental structure of solid H20, ice, circa 1950s.

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20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

1970s Czech Molecular Model, Set of Three
1970s Czech Molecular Model, Set of Three

1970s Czech Molecular Model, Set of Three

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H 8.7 in W 17.7 in D 7.1 in

1970s Czech Molecular Model, Set of Three

Located in High Point, NC

A molecular model from Czechia, produced circa 1970.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Carbon Dioxide
Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Carbon Dioxide

Vintage Ball and Stick Molecular Model of Carbon Dioxide

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage ball and stick molecular model depicting elemental structure of carbon dioxide, circa 1950s.

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20th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Colorful Midcentury Scientific Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s
Colorful Midcentury Scientific Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s

Colorful Midcentury Scientific Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Midcentury decorative scientific molecular model from Czechoslovakia from the 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

A Dynamic Molecular  Model from Harvard University
A Dynamic Molecular  Model from Harvard University

A Dynamic Molecular Model from Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

**This model/sculpture is part of a private collection we've acquired and all are one-of-a-kind works from Harvard University. They were handmade by Harvard graduate students for the...

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Vintage 1960s American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

1960s Molecular Model Sculpture from Harvard University
1960s Molecular Model Sculpture from Harvard University

1960s Molecular Model Sculpture from Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

**This model/sculpture is part of a private collection we've acquired and all are one-of-a-kind works from Harvard University. They were handmade by Harvard graduate students for the...

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Vintage 1960s American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Germanium Iodide: 1956 Molecular Model, Harvard University
Germanium Iodide: 1956 Molecular Model, Harvard University

Germanium Iodide: 1956 Molecular Model, Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Please visit our storefront or contact us directly** Hand-built molecular model showing the formation of Germanium Iodide, constructed with solid wood balls in an eggplant color a...

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20th Century American Sculptures

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Bakelite, Wood

1950s "CaF2" Bakelite Molecular Model from Harvard University
1950s "CaF2" Bakelite Molecular Model from Harvard University

1950s "CaF2" Bakelite Molecular Model from Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

**This model/sculpture is part of a private collection we've acquired and all are one-of-a-kind works from Harvard University.

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Vintage 1950s American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

A Pair of 1950s Molecular Models from Harvard University
A Pair of 1950s Molecular Models from Harvard University

A Pair of 1950s Molecular Models from Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

**This model/sculpture is part of a private collection we've acquired and all are one-of-a-kind works from Harvard University. They were handmade by Harvard graduate students for the...

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Vintage 1950s American Models and Miniatures

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Bakelite

Notable Molecular Model by O.P. Bricker, Harvard University 1961
Notable Molecular Model by O.P. Bricker, Harvard University 1961

Notable Molecular Model by O.P. Bricker, Harvard University 1961

Located in Brooklyn, NY

**This model/sculpture is part of a private collection we've acquired and all are one-of-a-kind works from Harvard University.

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Vintage 1960s American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Colorful Molecular Model Wall Sculpture
Colorful Molecular Model Wall Sculpture

Colorful Molecular Model Wall Sculpture

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H 36 in W 22 in D 39 in

Colorful Molecular Model Wall Sculpture

Located in North Miami, FL

This scientific model from 1940s is all original and originally ceiling mounted (here seen wall-mounted). It is multicolored and pieces can be interchanged if wished. A fun and vibra...

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Vintage 1940s American Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Metal

Colorful 1963 Classroom Molecular Model from Harvard University
Colorful 1963 Classroom Molecular Model from Harvard University

Colorful 1963 Classroom Molecular Model from Harvard University

Located in Brooklyn, NY

**This model/sculpture is part of a private collection we've acquired and all are one-of-a-kind works from Harvard University. They were handmade by Harvard graduate students for the...

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20th Century American Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Two boxes of German molecular models in original boxes
Two boxes of German molecular models in original boxes

Two boxes of German molecular models in original boxes

Located in Houston, TX

I really do not know the date. There are two wood boxes of full of atoms.

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Vintage 1970s German Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal

Mid-century Scientific Crystal Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s
Mid-century Scientific Crystal Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s

Mid-century Scientific Crystal Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-century scientific crystal model from Czechoslovakia from the 1960s. Made for educational reasons, used for classroom demonstration and study. In good condition with signs of age...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Mid-Century Scientific Crystal Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s
Mid-Century Scientific Crystal Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s

Mid-Century Scientific Crystal Molecular Model Czechoslovakia from the 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-century scientific crystal model from Czechoslovakia from the 1950s. Made for educational reasons, used for classroom demonstration and study. In good condition with signs of age...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

Set of Seven Different Scientific Crystal Molecular Models from the 1950s
Set of Seven Different Scientific Crystal Molecular Models from the 1950s

Set of Seven Different Scientific Crystal Molecular Models from the 1950s

Located in Vienna, AT

A set of seven different decorative ball-and-spoke scientific crystal models from Czechoslovakia from the 1950s. Made for educational reasons, used for classroom demonstration and st...

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Vintage 1950s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

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