18th Century Medical Syringe
Located in London, GB
18th Century Medical Syringe For historical medical use and dating from the 18th century, and
Antique 1780s Unknown Scientific Instruments
Natural Fiber
18th Century Medical Syringe
Located in London, GB
18th Century Medical Syringe For historical medical use and dating from the 18th century, and
Natural Fiber
$1,550Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Industrial Medical Cabinet
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a great medical cabinet from the 1960s, ready to keep all your goodies safe this is a great
Metal
1940s Large Medical School Anatomical Heart Model
Located in Montclair, NY
medical school. Hand painted in multi color mat enamel with all the chambers and parts of the heart
Plaster, Wood, Rubber
Early 20th Century Doctor’s Medical Box with Instruments
Located in Madrid, ES
Early 1900s wooden physician’s medical box complete with a selection of original medical
Fruitwood
Erotic Medical Guide with 21 Chromolithographs and Clasp Binding, c.1900
Located in Langweer, NL
Erotic Medical Guide with 21 Chromolithographs and Clasp Binding, c.1900 This late-19th-century
Paper
19th Century Portable Doctor’s Box with Partial Medical Instruments
Located in Madrid, ES
its history. A fascinating piece for collectors of medical antiques, curiosities, or 19th-century
Fruitwood
Vintage Medical Guide: Sanatorium Treatment for Liver and Biliary Tract, 1J131
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Embark on a journey into medical insights with this vintage book, a valuable guide titled
Paper
Vintage Bausch & Lomb Optical XD 7489 Medical Supply Test
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Vintage Bausch & Lomb Optical XD 7489 Medical Supply Test. Item featured is a Bausch & Lomb
Metal
Antique 19th Century Folding English Medical Bloodletting Bleeder Fleam
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique 19th Century folding english medical or veterinary bloodletting bleeder fleam also known as
Brass, Steel
Mid Century Medical Floor Model Scale by Detecto
By Detecto Scale Company
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century Modern design floor model doctors scale made in the USA by Detecto, circa 1950's. The scale is in very good, original clean and ready to use condition, it i...
Aluminum, Steel
Early 20th Century Anatomical Plaster Medical Torso Figure
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century anatomical plaster medical torso figure This early 20th century life size
Plaster
German Bauhaus Era Porcelain Medical Doctor Sign, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
. It originally hung out side a medical doctors praxis in Munich. The text reads: Doctor of Medicin
Steel
Early 20th Century Medical Curios Gold Teeth Dentures
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A collection of human gold teeth, with two having their original metal pegs. Most gold teeth are of a particularly high carrot, and these are heavy to hold. Tarnished and untouched,...
Gold
Set of 2 Dentistry Books, English Language, Bound Medical Reference, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of 2 dentistry books. An English language title on Crown and `bridge work and Porcelain in Dentistry, dating to the Victorian period and later. First Title; A Practica...
Paper
Ophthalmoscope Signed Medical Supply Assocn Agent's For Curry & Paxton London
Located in Milan, IT
Oftalmoscopio firmato Medical Supply Assocn Agent’s For Curry & Paxton London della seconda metà
Brass
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Shock Therapy McIntosh Polysine Generator Quck Medical Device
Located in Norwalk, CT
A very interesting piece having to do with the treatment of mental health in america. this machine dates to the 1940s or earlier, its missing and of the cords or paddles but promise...
Metal
Late 19th Century Mahogany Grooming and Medical Traveling Kit 15pc
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique mahogany grooming and medical traveling kit also often referred to as traveling sets or
Silver
German Medical or Tanning Lamp, Wood and Bakelite, 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
German medical or tanning lamp. Transport handle and external thermometer. Three settings of
Porcelain, Bakelite, Wood
WWw11, Tiny Leather Attaché Case First Aid Medical Equipment
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
WW11, tiny leather attaché case first aid medical equipment This is a superb piece and is in
Leather
19th Century Antique Medical Instrument for Gastric Lavage and Enemas in Origina
Located in Madrid, ES
of medical antiques, scientific instruments, or curiosities. Dimensions (case): Height: 1.6 in (4 cm
Fruitwood
$1,595Sale Price|44% Off
Large Early 20th c. French Medical Hand Model c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Early 20th century large French plaster hand model used as a medical teaching device
Steel
Mid-Century Era Assorted Medical Doctor's Field Examination Instrument Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage medical doctor's instrument set is unsigned, except for a few numbers on several of
Stainless Steel
Vintage Bausch & Lomb Optical Blue Refractor Phoropter Medical Eye Exam Machine
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bausch & Lomb Optical Blue Refractor Phoropter Medical Eye Exam Machine. Early 20th Century
Metal
Italian Mid-Century White Metal Vertical Medical Scale by Salus, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century White metal Vertical medical scale by Salus, 1960s Vertical medical scale in
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Medical Laboratory Bed Brown Leather and White Metal, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Medical laboratory bed brown leather and white metal, 1940s Medical laboratory
Metal
Germany 1950 Didactics Medical Anatomy Enlarged Model of a Human Trachea
By Deutsches Hygiene Museum Dresden
Located in Milan, IT
Didactic anatomical enlarged model of a trachea made in the 1950s, made of hand-colored cellon and mounted on a bakelite base. On a label on the base you read Deutsches Hygiene Museu...
Bakelite
Vintage Medical Device Wooden Case for Bleeding Needle and Loop Kit with Tin Can
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Medical Device Wooden Case for Bleeding Needle and Loop Kit with Tin Can. Item features
Tin
19th C Wax F.Ziegler Anatomical Models Studies Embryo Plant Scientific Medical
Located in Lowestoft, GB
a well to do medical School or the like, circa 1890/1900 in age European in origin. Produced by
Brass
German 1900s Antique Ear Trumpet medical instrument Made of Ebonite and Rubber
Located in Milan, IT
Ear trumpet, bell and earphone of ebonite and extension of rubber, German medical instrument
Rubber
Antique Apothecary Cork Compressor, English, Door Knocker, Victorian, Circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
of medical antiques, industrial curiosities, or unusual architectural accents. Delivered ready for
Iron
Antique Pharmaceutical Cork Compressor, Apothecary Aid, Door Knocker, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
history, ideal for collectors of medical antiques, industrial curiosities, or distinctive interior accents
Iron
Unavailable|$975
Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Dentist Salesman Sample Set
Located in Mount Penn, PA
, what can I say peculiar and collectible if you fancy medical curiosities. Gold embossed leather box
Unavailable|$350
18th Century Trepanning Tool, Curiosity Medical Cabinet Item
Located in North Beninngton, VT
18th century trepanning tool. Great curiosity cabinet item. This tool was originally thought to
Unavailable|$785
1930's American Aluminum Medical Heads
By Columbia Dentoform
Located in Chicago, IL
1930's American aluminum top parts of the dental/orthodontic heads used in practicing dental procedures. The heads are designed by Columbia Dentoform Corporation New York. The lis...
Aluminum
Unavailable|$2,100
Medical school anatomical model of an eye
Located in Summerland, CA
A beautifully detailed painted wood model of a human eye which opens to reveal its inner parts and glass lens. Swivels 360 degrees on base. Every part numbered. Original manufacturer...
Wood, Glass
Unavailable|$957
1930s Vintage Medical Torso
Located in Warsaw, PL
The original scientific model from the 1930s made in fiberglass technology. Complete, all elements are hand painted, each of them accurately numbered. No manufacturer's stamp, but th...
Fiberglass
Unavailable|$800
Medical Scarificator, 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
The scarificator, which was a devise that held a series of 12 blades, was commonly used throughout the 18th century, this device would cock and the trigger would release, causing spr...
Unavailable|$657
1950s Vintage Polish Medical Scale
Located in Warsaw, PL
The original, mechanical medical scale from the 1950s, produced by Lubelska Fabryka Wag. Year of
Iron
Unavailable|$2,200
Arts & Crafts Oak Medical Examination Table, circa 1910
Located in Pasadena, CA
Examining table, drawers and doors on both sides, circa 1910. Top tilts up. Measures: 31.5" H x 55.5" W x 23.75" D.
Unavailable|$1,870
Pop Art Bandage Mixed Media, Circa 1950s Unsigned
Located in Northampton, MA
dimensionality. Obviously, it's perfect for a washroom, a medical office, a collector of curiosities, oddities
Cotton, Linen, Rubber, Paper
Sold|$595
Acupuncture Model/Medical Interest
Located in Petaluma, CA
Well, here's something we've never seen before, so we had to buy it. This very unusual rubber model of a man points out all the acupuncture points. It is mounted on a wooden base w...
Rubber, Wood
English Leeches Jar (With Pierced Lid) - A Medical Rarity!
Located in Austin, TX
An English medical doctor's jar for leeches featuring a white glazed exterior with hand-painted
Sold|$1,395
1940s Belgian Metal Medical Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Step back in time with this authentic 1940s Belgian Metal Medical Chair, a true artifact of medical
Metal
Sold|$2,800
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
By The Plastic Surgery Laboratories
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a lifesize medical model. They were used as teaching aids for medical students. These
Sold|$2,693
Early 18th Century Human Body Medical Book
Located in London, GB
Early 18th Century Human Body Medical Book Dated 1769 this fine example of a rare book on the
Paper
Rare 1673 medical, philosophical book paranormal discussion
Located in Palm Springs, CA
medical botanical philosophical and paranormal experiences. There are so many plates some containing
Paper
Sold|$7,500
Whole Face Ophthamologic Medical Tool
Located in Santa Monica, CA
An extraordinary and unusual piece. Used by ophthalmology students to practice surgical skills. Two spring mounted brass eye holders would hold pig eyes for students to work on.
Iron
Beauchene Bobcat Skull - Medical school teaching display.
Located in Peekskill, NY
A Beauchene Skull, also known as an exploded skull, is a disarticulated skull that has been painstakingly reassembled on a stand with jointed, movable supports that allows for the mo...
Brass
Sold|$1,600
Important 1920's Medical Artist Model
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a life size medical model. They were used as teaching aids for medical students. These
Metal
Sold|$1,600
Important 1920's Medical Artist Model
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a life size medical model. They were used as teaching aids for medical students. These
Metal
Sold|$1,600
Important 1920's Medical Artist Model
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a life size medical model. They were used as teaching aids for medical students. These
Brass, Aluminum
English Mahogany Military Campaign Medical Box
Located in Montreal, QC
English mahogany two-drawer military Campaign medical box with original brass escutcheons, fitted
Sold|$2,072
19th Century Medical Human Skull Example
Located in London, GB
19th century Medical Human Skull Example A fine example of 19th Century medical school human
Natural Fiber
Sold|$2,479
19th Century Half Human Medical Skelton
Located in London, GB
19th century half human medical skelton We are proud to offer a real half human medical
Natural Fiber
Sold|$2,617
19th Century Medical Human Deformed Example
Located in London, GB
19th Century medical human skull deformed example We are proud to offer an early 19th century
Natural Fiber
Medical Quackery Device, 1930s or 1940s
By College of Electronic Medicine
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Medical Quackery device 1930s or 1940s, College of Electronic Medicine. The device is an electrical
Other
Sold|$250 / set
Pair of Leather Bound Antique Medical Books, circa 1880s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of leather bound antique medical books, circa 1880s Medical Diagnosis by Da COSTA and
Leather, Paper
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical 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.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
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.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
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