Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass, Iron
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
1890s American Industrial Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Slate, Brass
Early 20th Century German Industrial Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Glass
Early 20th Century British Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Wood
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Metal, Brass
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Stone, Bronze
Early 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century British Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
1910s English Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Late 18th Century English Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Wood, Glass
Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass, Steel
1820s Spanish Neoclassical Revival Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Late 18th Century French Empire Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Giltwood
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Steel
Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Plaster, Fruitwood, Parchment Paper
19th Century French Empire Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Giltwood
Late 19th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Metal, Brass, Enamel
19th Century Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
1890s American American Craftsman Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Mirror, Oak
19th Century English Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Metal, Brass, Iron
19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Metal, Brass, Iron
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Plaster, Wood
19th Century French Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
19th Century English Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
18th Century English Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Late 18th Century Scottish Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
1920s European Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Paper
Mid-18th Century Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
1860s French Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
19th Century English Georgian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Rubber
19th Century Victorian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Aluminum, Steel
Late 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Revival Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Other, Iron
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Aluminum
19th Century English Georgian Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Brass
19th Century English George III Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Other
1850s American Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables
Metal
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Antique Scientific Scientific Collectables 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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