Scientific Instruments
Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Scientific Instruments
Aluminum
Mid-19th Century French Industrial Antique Scientific Instruments
Fruitwood
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Brass
Late 20th Century North American Industrial Scientific Instruments
Chrome
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Japanese Scientific Instruments
Brass, Chrome
20th Century Art Deco Scientific Instruments
Early 20th Century French Industrial Scientific Instruments
Metal
1880s American Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Scientific Instruments
Wood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Scientific Instruments
Chrome, Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Scientific Instruments
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Metal, Chrome
Mid-19th Century Irish Antique Scientific Instruments
Bronze
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Scientific Instruments
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Art Deco Scientific Instruments
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century Industrial Scientific Instruments
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century Industrial Scientific Instruments
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments
Iron, Metal
19th Century British Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Scientific Instruments
Chrome, Metal, Brass
1910s Vintage Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
1840s American Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 18th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Scientific Instruments
Brass, Bronze
1790s American Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass, Copper
1780s French Antique Scientific Instruments
Wood
Mid-19th Century American Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
20th Century Czech Industrial Scientific Instruments
Metal
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Silver
Early 18th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 18th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century American Scientific Instruments
Aluminum, Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Late 19th Century Antique Scientific Instruments
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Scientific Instruments
Glass
Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Iron
Late 18th Century British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century British Scientific Instruments
Leather
20th Century Czech Industrial Scientific Instruments
Metal
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Wood, Paper
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Scientific Instruments
Brass
1930s Art Deco Vintage Scientific Instruments
Iron
Mid-19th Century French Antique Scientific Instruments
Ebony, Oak
Early 1900s German Victorian Antique Scientific Instruments
Natural Fiber
Early 20th Century American Victorian Scientific Instruments
Brass
Vintage, New and Antique Scientific Instruments
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.