$858
H 5.71 in W 4.73 in D 2.96 in
Antique Pair of Cased Binoculars, English, Brass, Optical Instrument, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pair of cased binoculars. An English, enamel brass optical instrument, dating to
Brass
$702
H 4.14 in W 5.52 in D 2.96 in
Pair of Antique Opera Glasses, English, Leather, Brass, Binoculars, Ross London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique opera glasses. An English, leather and brass binocular by Ross of London
Brass
Heavy Pair of Highly Polished Library Binoculars
Located in Norwell, MA
Exceptional pair of polished and lacquered English Marine binoculars. Rare amber filtered lenses
Brass
A pair of WWII English made Ross Binoculars
By Ross Binoculars
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of WWII English made Ross Binoculars, on a sturdy wood and metal tripod.
Brass, Bronze
Fine Antique English Binoculars by J H Steward, London c.1915
Located in Bath, GB
A particularly fine pair of antique English binoculars, a pair we have not come across before. The
Brass
Unusual Pair French Antique English Binoculars, c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and very unusual pair of smaller sized binoculars complete with their original case. A
Brass
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H 8.75 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Superb Large Pair Antique English Binoculars by W. Watson & Sons, London
By William Watson
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous pair of antique English polished brass binoculars meticulously professionally cleaned
Brass
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H 35.83 in W 13.39 in D 8.27 in
20th Century English Polished Observation Binoculars By Ross, c.1940
By Ross
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare set of 10 x 70 binoculars manufactured during WWII by Ross. They have been expertly cleaned
Brass, Chrome
Antique English Brass Binoculars, Circa 1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Brass Binoculars, Circa 1910.
Brass
English WWI Army Officers Trench Binoculars, circa 1917
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of English WWI army officers Trench binoculars or field glasses having been
Brass
Pair Antique English 12 Lens Binoculars c.1915
Located in Bath, GB
This stunning pair of binoculars or field glasses date to around 1915. Made from polished brass
Brass
Pair Antique 19th Century English Brass and Leather Binoculars
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique 19th century English brass & leather Binoculars.
Brass
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Pair of Antique Binoculars, English, Brass, Leather, Optical Instrument, c.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique binoculars. An English, brass and leather optical instrument, dating to
Brass
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H 3 in W 4 in D 2 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo - With Compass
By Lawrence and Mayo
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1910. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.38 in D 1.75 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo, with Compass
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1910. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3 in W 4 in D 2 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo, with Compass
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to circa 1910. These English pocket sized field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3 in W 4 in D 2 in
Antique English Field Glasses or Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo, with Compass
By Lawrence and Mayo
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to circa 1910. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 6.75 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
Antique English Binoculars with Leather Grips and Original Case, Circa 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Binoculars with Leather Grips and Original Case, Circa 1910. Cleaned and in
Leather, Glass
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H 2.5 in W 5 in D 4 in
English Working Binoculars or Field Glasses by J.H. Steward Ltd., circa 1920
By J.H Steward
Located in Austin, TX
A fine pair of working English binoculars or field glasses of brass, steel, and leather, circa 1920
Metal, Brass, Steel
Gilbert & Sons English Navy Working Telescope with Detachable Binoculars
By John Gilbert & Sons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
condition! Eyepiece can be detached to a make a pair of binoculars. Measurements: Full height 28
Brass
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H 6.5 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in
Antique English Triple Optic Binoculars, Marine / Theatre / Field c.1900
By Casella
Located in Bath, GB
Larger than most examples of these highly sought-after triple lens binoculars, these brass
Brass
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H 3.75 in W 5 in D 2.5 in
Antique English Triple Optic Binoculars, Marine / Theatre / Field, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A really fabulous example of these highly sought-after and hard to find binoculars / field glasses
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H 5.25 in W 4.75 in D 2.25 in
Unusual Antique English Brass and Leather Binoculars, Pull Out Mechanism
By J. Lizars
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderfully different pair of Scottish made binoculars made by J. Lizars of Glasgow and London
Brass
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H 3.5 in W 4.75 in D 2.13 in
Antique English Brass & Leather Telescoping Binoculars in Original Case, Ca 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Brass & Leather telescoping binoculars in original case, Circa 1900s. Binoculars
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.75 in D 2 in
Antique English Brass & Leather Telescoping Binoculars in Original Case, Ca 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Petite Antique English Brass & Leather Telescoping Binoculars in Original Case, Circa 1900s
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.38 in D 1.75 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo - With Compass
By Lawrence and Mayo
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1900. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.38 in D 1.75 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo, with Compass
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1910. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.38 in D 1.75 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo, with Compass
By Lawrence and Mayo
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1910. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 4.5 in W 3.5 in D 2 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo - With Compass
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1900. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3 in W 4.38 in D 1.75 in
Antique English Field Glasses / Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo - With Compass
By Lawrence and Mayo
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to c.1910. These English pocket sized Field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 7 in W 5.25 in D 2.5 in
Antique English Brass and Enamel Binoculars in Original Case, Circa 1920-1930.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English brass & enamel binoculars in original case, circa 1920-1930.
Brass, Enamel
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H 3 in W 4 in D 2 in
Antique English Field Glasses or Binoculars by Lawrence and Mayo, with Compass
By Lawrence and Mayo
Located in Bath, GB
Mayo, dating to circa 1910. These English pocket sized field glasses or binoculars are made from brass
Brass
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H 3.25 in W 5 in D 2.5 in
Pair of English Turn of the Century 1900s Binoculars with Original Leather Case
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Turn of the century binoculars from the early 20th century displayed in their
Metal
Rare Double Novelty Flask in the Form of Binoculars, London, 1894
Located in London, GB
Very rare double novelty drinking flask in the form of binoculars mounted in English silver and
Silver
Vintage English Brass and Leather Maritime Binocular Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage pair of English, tall maritime binoculars with adjustable lenses, in good working
Brass
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 35
By Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Wood, Upholstery
$37,917
H 3.15 in W 1.97 in D 16.54 in
Extremly Rare Mexican Silver Miquelet-Lock Blunderbuss Belt Pistol Flintlock
Located in Madrid, ES
Extremly Rare South American Silver-Mounted Miquelet-Lock Blunderbuss Belt Pistol Late 18th century, Mexican With a roped silver band around the turned and belled muzzle, the forw...
Sterling Silver
19th C. John Byrne Brass Telescope with tripod
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
19th C. John Byrne brass telescope with tripod. Marked John Byrne New York 1882. 3.5 inch refracting telescope with 43.5 inch main tube. A wonderful piece of history, Optics are not ...
Brass
$1,321
H 11.82 in W 6.89 in D 6.11 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 instrument by Henry Crouch, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Appealing micr...
Brass
Dieter Rams for Braun Black Wall Mount Stereo System "Wandanlage"
By Dieter Rams
Located in Seattle, WA
The wall-mounted system is one of the most sought-after hi-fi systems from the 1960s. The combination of the amplifier with radio, reel-to-reel machine, matching speakers, and the re...
Metal, Aluminum
Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
A work of extraordinary craftsmanship, this exquisite English vanity case is as much an item of luxury as it is of necessity. Known as a nécessaire de voyage, the case features a lux...
Velvet, Glass, Wood
$239,000
H 55 in W 174 in D 62 in
Jaguar XK 120 Roadster 1950, Rare Collection Car, A+ Condition incl. Expert Op.
By Jaguar Cars Ltd.
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
We offer you the chance of buying this breathtaking, rare Jaguar XK 120 which had its first road legal in february 1950. There has been built only a very little number of these cars,...
Metal
$2,100Sale Price|30% Off
H 2.5 in W 1.75 in D 0.375 in
Antique 1897 American Waltham 14K Gold Seaside 7J 6s Pocket Watch & Chain
By Waltham Watch Co
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 1897 Waltham hunting style gold pocket watch. Movement - American Waltham Watch Company - Safety Barrel - 8119314 - Grade Seaside - Model 1890 - 6s - 7 jewels. White face wi...
Gold
Antique Chinese Silver & Malacca Walking Stick Cane 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Chinese gentleman's silver pommel and Malacca walking stick, circa 1880 in date. This decorative walking cane features an exquisite Chinese silver pomme...
Silver
Vintage Decorative Gramophone Horn, Wood and Metal, Industrial Style
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Decorative gramophone horn in wood Antique - Decoration - Phonograph Materials : Wood - Metal Wear consistent with age and use : See photos please
Metal
Italian Medieval / Renaissance Style Full Meal Suit of Armor
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Medieval / Renaissance-style metal life size suit of armor with etched sunburst breast plate on a square wooden base. Condition: (Base is 20 inches w x 24 inches d x 10 inch...
Wood
Chromatic Double Harp, Pleyel, Lyon & Cie, Paris, circa 1900
Located in Greding, DE
Large double harp with gold-patinated head and neck and carved paw feet on the base. The harp is marked on the neck "Pleyel, Lyion & Cie (Paris). Harp, sysle. Gve Lyon. Brevete. No. ...
Mahogany
$1,140
H 2.56 in W 2.56 in D 4.73 in
Small Antique Opera Monocular, German, Brass, Leather, Viewing Scope, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique opera monocular. A German, brass and leather cased viewing scope, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Charming and petite, with a useful origina...
Brass
Pair of Antique English Naval Cannon
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Pair of antique English naval cannon each with a tapering three stage barrel flanked by plain trunnions, with a knob shaped cascabel button before a shaped rectangular raised vent an...
Bronze
Pair of Brass Field Binoculars by W. Watson &. Sons of London
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of wonderfully aged brass field binoculars with moveable brass eye shields, which help to give clearer views without additional light coming through the sides. This pair of bin...
Brass
$31,695 / set
H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 43.31 in
Pair Of Large 19th Century English Bronze Artillery Signal Cannons
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent pair of 19th century British Artillery signal cannons, each with tapered bronze barrel segmented by hoops, cannon muzzle and stepped breechblock with drop-shaped cascab...
Brass, Bronze
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.
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.
French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.