Wooden Barometer
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Wall-mounted Sculptures
Glass, Wood
Antique 1850s British Scientific Instruments
Wood
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments
Fruitwood
Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments
Fruitwood
Antique 1850s British Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 1850s French Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Scientific Instruments
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Blown Glass, Giltwood, Paint, Wood
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Scientific Instruments
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Scientific Instruments
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Scientific Instruments
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Walnut
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Early 20th Century French Black Forest Scientific Instruments
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century Early Victorian Paintings
Canvas
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Decorative Art
Brass
Early 20th Century English Victorian Chairs
Cane, Oak
1830s Victorian Animal Prints
Engraving, Aquatint, Watercolor, Intaglio, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Paint
Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Black Forest Wall Mirrors
Mercury Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century Early Victorian Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Other
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Cypress, Glass
Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments
Walnut
Antique 1890s German Belle Époque Paintings
Porcelain, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Paintings
Wood
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Scientific Instruments
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swiss Decorative Art
Wood
Antique 1840s British Scientific Instruments
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Scientific Instruments
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Giltwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Scientific Instruments
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Scientific Instruments
Acrylic
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art
Glass, Wood
Antique 1860s French Scientific Instruments
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Giltwood
Antique 1830s Italian Scientific Instruments
Wood
Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Black Forest Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 1860s British Scientific Instruments
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Decorative Art
Antique 1890s French Black Forest Scientific Instruments
Wood
Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Giltwood
Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel C...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century French Decorative Art
Glass, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century German Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique Early 1900s European Scientific Instruments
Wood
20th Century Nautical Objects
Antique 19th Century European Rococo Revival Scientific Instruments
Oak
Antique Early 1900s German Animal Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1940s German Machine Age Scientific Instruments
Antique 18th Century Italian Other Scientific Instruments
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Scientific Instruments
Wood, Glass
Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments
20th Century French Scientific Instruments
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Wood
Early 20th Century Scientific Instruments
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures
Metal
Wooden Barometer For Sale on 1stDibs
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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