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Monumental 19th C French Brass Butcher’s Scale w Bulls Head
Quad Weighing Pans
Located in New York, NY
Massive 19th Century French Brass Butcher’s Scale with Bull Head
A striking and rare 19th century
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19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
French Belle Époque Nantes Hanging Brass
Convex Glass Celsius Thermometer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Nantes, France, a Belle Époque era brass hanging wall thermometer, in the Celsius centigrade
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
French Walnut and Brass Kilogramme Scale and Weights, Mid-19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
In working condition and having two removable brass trays, one round and one square, both with
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique English Mahogany
Brass Letter Scales, S. Mordan
Co., London
Located in Bath, GB
This wonderful pair of letter scales are by the very famous Sampson Mordan, the most highly sought-after maker, signed on the front, S.Mordan & Co. London.
The base is made from s...
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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
English Edwardian Brass Pivoting Magnifying Glass on Stand c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome antique English magnifying glass on stand which pivots on a ball and socket fitting, moving around with ease.
Dating to c.1900, it remains in excellent condition having b...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Wood Brass Folding Bellows Optical Field Camera
Film Plates
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian folding wood camera featuring brass hardware, accordion bellow, and plates.
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Antique English Mahogany and Brass Apothecary Scale Signed R. Avery Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English mahogany and brass apothecary scale signed R. Avery Company, London, circa 1880.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Brass Merchants Scale on Mahogany Base with Weights, English, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Brass merchants scale on a mahogany base with a full set of boxed weights, England, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
1900s Cast Iron Table Top Mercantile Scale with Brass Scoop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage cast iron tabletop mercantile scale with a hand formed brass scoop or pan, circa 1900
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Iron
Aneroid Barometer of Brass and Glass English Manufacture of the 1920s
Located in Milan, IT
Aneroid barometer of brass and glass, signed C. Baker 244 High Holborn London, English manufacture
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1920s British Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Cross-Legged Reduction Compass of Brass and Steel Italy 1760 circa
Located in Milan, IT
Cross-legged reduction compass, of brass and steel, signed Moltini F, Italian manufacture from the
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1750s Italian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Steel
Brass Graphometer, French Manufacture, Mid-19th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Brass graphometer, French manufacture, mid-19th century; instrument used for measuring horizontal
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Salmoiraghi Compass Made of Brass in the Early 1900s on Wooden Base
By Filotecnica Salmoiraghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
, establishing in 1865 a school-workshop specialized in making topographic instruments together with Alessandro
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Balance or Scale in Wood, Iron and Brass
Located in Round Top, TX
and chains are in brass and display the maker's hallmarks. The Balance is a terrific decorative piece
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Brass Country Store National Cash Register Model 442-E-L C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Brass
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Early 20th Century Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Antique Magnifying Glass, English, Brass, Optical Reading Aid, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique magnifying glass. An English, brass optical reading aid, dating to the Edwardian
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
WWI Antique American Chromed Brass Pocket Compass by Wittnauer Army Officers
Located in Milan, IT
Pocket compass for an American army officer of the First World War of chromed brass in the shape of
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1910s American Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Day or Night, Terrestrial, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3 draw telescope. An English, brass 'Day or Night' terrestrial or astronomical
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Stalking Telescope, English, Leather, Brass, Pocket, 3 Draw, Early 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage stalking telescope. An English, leather-bound brass, pocket, 3 draw refractor t
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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique Austrian Brass Apothecary Scale by "J. Florenz Wien, Vienna", Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Viennese brass apothecary scale made by "J. Florenz Wien," official maker for the Imperial
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19th Century Austrian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique San Francisco Brass and Cast Iron Balance Scale, circa 1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
A cast iron balance scale with original label, brass accents and "Scoop On"/"Scoop Off
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Steel
Spirit Level Made of Wood, Brass and Glass by W. Marples
Sons Hibernia, 1860
By William Marples
Sons
Located in Milan, IT
Wood and brass spirit level, antique instrument signed W. Marples & Sons Hibernia, from the second
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1860s British Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Telescope on Mahogany Stand by Broadhurst Clarkson
Co. London
Located in Wilton, CT
polished brass has been patinated through years of existence showing delightful signs of use. Markings and
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19th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Brass
1921 Antique Brass Sundial Compass Signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA
Located in Milan, IT
Brass sundial compass signed Outdoor Supply Co. Inc. N.Y. USA, 1921. The clock is equipped with a
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1920s American Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
19th C. Elegant Antique Brass and Marble Balance Scale 37.5"H
Located in New York, NY
artistry. Crafted from durable brass, its elegantly curved beam and intricate detailing reflect the
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Marble, Brass
Pair Antique British Leather and Brass Marine Field Binoculars, Circa 1900-1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique British Leather and Brass Marine Field Binoculars, Circa 1900-1910.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand in Original Case
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brass Telescope on Stand in Original Case.
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Antique English Brass Monocular Microscope Signed R&J Beck London, 1890-1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English brass monocular microscope in original case signed R & J Beck London, circa 1890
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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Magnetic Compass for Topographers Made of Brass
By Peigné
Located in Milan, IT
Rare and particular ancient magnetic compass for topographers, made of brass; instrument consisting
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1870s French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Brass Topographic Compass Made in Wien
By C.E Kraft
Located in Milan, IT
Brass topographic compass signed C.E Kraft in Wien placed in its original wooden box, second half
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1870s Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Italian mid-century modern Round brass medicine scale weights, 1900-1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Round brass medicine scale weights, 1900-1950s
Set of vintage round
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Hand Painted Iron and Brass Scale with Paris Coat of Arms
Located in Dallas, TX
1880, the scientific instrument is uniquely decorated with a Paris crest in the center, with a sailboat
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century French Mother-of-pearl and Brass Binoculars, 1900s
By Chevalier Opticien Paris
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very elegant 20th century Mother-of-pearl and gilded brass opera binoculars made by the famous
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Early 20th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique English Brass and Sterling Silver "Pocket Watch" Compass, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
polished brass and the ring being made from English sterling silver.
I have tried to identify the
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Sterling Silver, Brass
Large German Table Top or Wall Mount Brass and Enamel Barometer
Located in San Mateo, CA
Early 20th century German aneroid barometer. This barometer has an enamelled face. The workings in the interior are of high quality. The barometer is large with an 8 inch diameter fa...
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Antique English Brass Cased Floating Card Explorers Pocket Compass c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
A very attractive Victorian explorers compass dating to around 1890.
The floating card dial pivots on a bearing and is housed under a glass crystal which is clean and free from any ...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Set of Large Early 19th Century French Brass Scales on Walnut Base
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at 31 inches in height, this set of large early 19th century French brass scales features
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Early 19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Iron
Antique 3 Draw Telescope, English, Brass, Leather, Terrestrial, Astro, Great War
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3-draw telescope. An English, brass terrestrial spotter's refractor in leather
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
19th Century Brass Telescope on Wooden Tripod by A. Bardou, Paris
By A. Bardou
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a brass telescope on an adjustable wooden tripod signed A. Bardou, Paris
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
Victorian Era Brass Balance Scale on Wooden Base - Late 19th C English Antique
Located in New York, NY
This elegant brass balance scale dates back to the late 19th century, a period marked by the
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
J. H. Steward London Quick Focus Marksman Brass and Leather Telescope Spyglass
By J.H Steward
Located in San Mateo, CA
Brass and leather three draw telescope by J. H. Steward of London. This is a Quick Focus Marksman
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Early 1900s English Other Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Fine Brass Cased Pocket Compass by Short
Mason Ltd., London c.1910
By Short
Mason
Located in Bath, GB
A very fine English brass cased compass, professionally cleaned and polished restoring it to it's
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
19th/20th Century Hammersley London Brass Telescope or Spyglass on Tripod
By Hammersley
Located in Milford, NH
A nice example of a large brass telescope or spyglass on brass & wooden tripod, signed “Hammersley
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Late 19th Century English Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
19th Century George III Brass Bound Mahogany Connoisseur Gallery Magnifying Lens
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A mahogany and brass bound gallery lens, circa 1820 in age, English in origin. The piece is in all
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique American WLE Gurley Brass Expedition Alidade with Leather Case, Ca 1917
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American Brass Expedition "Alidade" with Leather Case Made by W. & L. E. Gurley Company
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Early 20th Century American Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Antique English Brass Cased Floating Card Explorers Pocket Compass, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A very attractive Victorian explorers compass dating to circa 1880.
The floating card dial pivots on a gemstone bearing and is housed under a glass crystal which is clean and free...
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Painted Iron and Brass Paris Crest Scale with Set of Weights
Located in Dallas, TX
, France circa 1880, the scientific instrument is uniquely decorated with a Paris coat of arms in the
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Iron
Ross of London Brass
Leather Telescope on Tripod Stand, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The telescope on Stand with leather/brass barrel and black painted tripod feet, signed "Ross London
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
18th Century Gilt Brass and Silver Pocket or Miniature Sundial Compass with Case
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine 18th century gilt brass and silver pocket sundial with Travelling case, c. 1750.
A
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18th Century Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Silver, Brass
Victorian Brass And Baleen Table Telescope
By Casartelli
Located in Essex, MA
WITH FITTED MAHOGANY BOX. SIGNED CASARTELLI, 43 MARKET ST , MANCHESTER
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Solid Brass Ships Sextant In Box
Located in Norwell, MA
Late Nineteenth Navigators Sextant. T Frame design. Box has label of H.A. Johannesen Compass Adjuster, Fish Dock Rd., Grimsby. Circa 1920. Phone number on label is 483.
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1920s Norwegian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Wood
American Brass Surveying Transit Signed F. E. Brandis, Sons
Co. NY, Circa 1890
By Brandis and Son
Located in Charleston, SC
American brass surveying transit on oak tripod stand. F. E. Brandis, Sons & Co., was in business
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1890s American American Empire Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Polished Iron and Brass Scale with Cow and Ram Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
polished silver finish and has the original pair of brass trays. The detailed scientific accessory is in
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass, Iron
Antique English Brass Cased Floating Card Explorers Pocket Compass, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A very attractive Victorian explorers compass dating circa 1880.
The floating card dial pivots on a gemstone bearing and is housed under a glass crystal which is clean and free fr...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Brass Galvanometer with Glass Dome and Wooden Base
By Philip Harris Ltd.
Located in Milan, IT
Brass galvanometer with glass dome and wooden base with 3-screw base, instrument signed Philip
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1880s British Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Brass compass with mother of pearl dial from WW1 period , English circa 1914
Located in Central England, GB
This superb example of an early 20th century heavy folding brass compass is of a design and type
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Early 20th Century British Other Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
Large Boxed Antique English Commodity Scales in Mahogany and Brass, circa 1880
By Thurston and Sons
Located in Bath, GB
balance and pans are made from solid English brass, professionally polished to gleam. The balance is
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Brass Scientific Instruments
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Brass
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Antique Brass Scientific Instruments For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique brass scientific instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all antique brass scientific instruments available were constructed with great care. Antique brass scientific instruments have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique brass scientific instruments bearing Victorian or Industrial hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. LeMaire Paris, Dollond, London and W
T Avery each produced beautiful antique brass scientific instruments that are worth considering.
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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