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Period: 20th Century
Vintage Prosthetic Foot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage authentic prosthetic foot. Interesting piece of medical history. Great vintage condition.
Category

American Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Rubber

Vintage Prosthetic Foot
Vintage Prosthetic Foot
$375 Sale Price
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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 is missing the horizontal height bar. This example includes a vertical grab knob , which is something I have never seen before. Originally from a doctors office, perfect to complete a stylish MCM bathroom.
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American Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Collection of Nine Swedish Apothecary Jars from the Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A collection of nine Swedish apothecary jars from the early 20th century. These antique jars from Sweden were once used to hold an apothecary's (or pharmacists) wares and chemicals. ...
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Swedish 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

1970 s Vintage Framed Abacus - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Vintage Framed Abacus – Pair. Sourced from a collector in the Czech republic this is a pair of large scale abacus used as a class teaching model. In excellent condition. Wor...
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Czech Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Birch

Ancient anatomical model of a flayed hand, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting a flayed hand. Made of plaster, in excellent condition and with original patina. Anatomical study use. Italy circa 1900.
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Italian 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster

Botanic Modelof a Primrose Flower, Paravia, Italy, 1940
Located in Milan, IT
A botanical maquette for didactic use, depicting a flower of Primrose, Acaulis, Primulaceae. Made of metal, paper, plaster, galalith and wood. Extremely detailed. Paravia, Milan, Ita...
Category

Italian 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Rope Barometer. French Work by Adrien Audoux Frida Minet, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very unusual barometer is made of rope. This is a French work by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet. circa 1950.
Category

French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Rope

Early 20th Century geometric teaching aid encased examples
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century geometric teaching aid encased examples Dimensions in inches: H 4” x W 4” x D 4” Age: 1920 - 1940 Origin: EU Condition: Aged Overview A collection of seventeen ...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Antique Contin Typewriter from the, 1940s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French antique Contin Typewriter from the 1940s This is a Contin Continsouza Paris, Modèle A n 24 - 1940s, the typewriter is good tidy condition, as a show piece, it all seems to...
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Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Blown glass scientific instrument, Italy 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Blown glass scientific instrument to evaluate the expansion of the liquids with the warmth. Italy circa 1900.
Category

Italian 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

Early 19th Century Negretti and Zambra Bakelite Weather Forecaster
Located in Norwich, GB
19th century Negretti and Zambra Bakelite Weather Forecaster. Housed in a black metal case with a cream coloured bakelite front plate. The dial with barometer scale, hand turned indicator and a secondary dial operated by the side lever to set the wind direction...
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English Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bakelite

Antique Teaching Model of the Adipose Spleen, ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A great antique hand-painted anatomical model of the adipose spleen. Made of papier maché and plaster, mounted on a turned wooden base. Manufactured most probably by SOMSO or PHYWE, ...
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German Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Wood, Paper

Vintage American Magnifying Glass, circa 20th Century
Located in Napa, CA
Free-standing vintage magnifying glass. American, circa 20th century. Curving articulated arm on pebbled black base.
Category

20th Century Scientific Instruments

Mid-Century Italian Illuminated Optometric Table, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century Italian Illuminated Optometric Table, 1960s Complete and in good condition. Electrical system to be checked.
Category

Italian Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Volta s electrophore, demonstrator of the flow of electrons Italy 1960.
Located in Milan, IT
Volta's electrophore, demonstrator of the flow of electrons from inert materials to conducting materials. Taking the instrument composed of a disc of conductive metal and a handle of...
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Italian 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

20th Century British Solid Silver Magnifying Glass Ruler, Asprey, c.1929
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th Century British solid silver magnifying glass & ruler, with engraved silver mounts and a handle terminating with a finger loop. Hallmarked English silver (925 stan...
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English 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Silver

20th Century English And American Brass And Oak Navy Ship Barometers Set 3
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of three English and American 20th century barometers. They are carved oak and brass by a variety of makers including Taylor Made. US Navy barometer has a few chips.
Category

English International Style 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

20th Century Czech Wooden Industrial Element
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century wooden foundry mold, repurposed as a captivating decorative piece, stands as a testament to the fusion of industrial history and artistic charm. Crafted from solid ...
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Czech Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Swedish Modern Ericsson "COBRA" Ivory Vintage Rotary Telephone Sweden 50s
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian Modern Ericsson "COBRA" ivory vintage rotary phone, Sweden 50s. This phone was made in Sweden and is in very good condition with no issues. It does dial out but does no...
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Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plastic

Seldom seen Industrial Military "Field" Dental Chair , Canadian War Museum
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen Industrial Military "Field" Dental Chair , as seen in the Canadian War Museum .. Amazing industrial design, great color , patina. Retains original label (see photo) dated...
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Canadian Industrial Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century French Carved Black Forest Hunting Barometer and Thermometer
Located in Birmingham, AL
A stunning early 20th century French black forest barometer with thermometer, circa 1900. Found in a hunting lodge in Lyon, this antique weather station...
Category

French Black Forest Antique 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Walnut

Compound Microscope with Box and Key by R. Winkel, Göttingen, Nr. 18507
Located in Austin, TX
A fine working German compound microscope, circa 1910, by R. Winkel, Gottingen, Germany, in a fitted box of mahogany with nickel hardware and key. ...
Category

German 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass, Nickel

Scandinavian Modern Ericsson Mint Green COBRA Vintage Rotary Dial Phone 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian Modern Ericsson "COBRA" mint green vintage rotary phone 1950s. This phone was made in Ohio and is in very good condition with no issues. It does dial out but does not ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plastic

Antique Wood Fid Textile Tool Marine Rope Slicing
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Tool, treen fid grooved top for rope strap. Nautical collectible. Measures: 8.75 long x 2 diameter Original vintage condition. Refer...
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Rustic 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

20th Century Soviet Cold War Anti Aircraft Binoculars c.1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An impressive set of highly polished Cold War-era anti-aircraft binoculars from the former USSR, crafted in the 20th Century. Accompanied by a sleek and adjustable metal tripod, thes...
Category

Russian Other Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Unusual Early American Quack Medicine Thompson-Plaster Electric Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and most unusual Thompson-Plaster electrical cabinet, by Physician's Specialty Company, Leesburg, Virginia, United States. The historic turn of the late 19th / early 20th century quack medicine machine used a violent ray electrotherapy apparatus as a cure-all, claiming to cure numerous ailments, cancers, and more. Featuring the original oak framed glazed glass-covered marble top for use with 'medical' instruments, atop quartersawn oak chest fitted with three graduated drawers, opening to reveal various associated equipment and supplies, including blown glass evacuated tube implements of varying shapes and for different therapeutic uses. High-quality solid wood case, rising on castors. Signed, retaining the original manufacturer plaque. Museum quality. Provenance / Acquisition: Reportedly purchased by Dr. Slaughter, of Goldthwaite, Texas, May, 1903. Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, established 1983, Austin, Texas. Day 2 of 3, Important Estates catalog. 2021 Similar examples can be found in select museum collections and exhibitions, including Loudoun Museum, Leesburg, Virginia. Holmes Medical Museum, Foley, Alabama. Dimensions: (approx) 40.75" High, 26" Wide, 17.5" Deep Condition: Excellent original antique condition. Museum quality. Unknown if complete. Wear consistent with age and use. A scarce example of medical quackery...
Category

American 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Marble

Pigeon Timer By German Maker In Oak Case
Located in Norwell, MA
Oak cased pigeon timer with clock face that is marked made in Germany. 7 jewel clock by Benzing. Keu is present. Varnished oak dove tailed box. Everyone...
Category

European Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Edwardian Travelling Tradesman Salesman s Soap Sampler
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A unusual travelling tradesman's soap display case, early 20th century in age likely Edwardian. A segmented internal draw hidden via the sliding cover,...
Category

English Edwardian Antique 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Natural Fiber, Glass, Pine

Polished Oak Barograph and Barometer by Negretti Zambra, London
Located in Norwich, GB
Edwardian polished oak cased barograph with bevelled glass panels. Brass base plate stamped ‘Regent, Jewelled movement supporting the ten vacuum chambers linking the ink pen pointer ...
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English Edwardian Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Arts Crafts Hand-Carved Nutwood Barometer with Thermometer, Early 1900s
Located in Lisse, NL
This rare and decorative early 20th-century Arts & Crafts wall barometer and thermometer is a striking testament to Dutch craftsmanship. Hand-carved from a single solid piece of rich...
Category

European Arts and Crafts 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Brass

1930s Hand-carved Pharmacy Stone Mortar
Located in Marbella, ES
1930s Hand-carved Pharmacy Stone Mortar
Category

Spanish 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Stone

Art Deco Minimalist Metal Balance Beam Scale
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Deco Minimalist Metal Balance Beam Scale, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 Additional information: Materials: Metal Color: Brown Style: Minimalist Period: 1920 to ...
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Minimalist 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

1900s French Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French cast iron press is a striking example of early industrial design, combining robust construction with purposeful form. Crafted from heavy cast iron, the press featur...
Category

French 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

1940s Plaster Anatomical Heart Model on Wood Stand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Instructional, anatomical, plaster, heart model on 7" diameter wood base, circa 1940s.
Category

American Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Vintage Allbrit Polar Planimeter, English, Scientific Instrument, Stanley, 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Allbrit polar planimeter. An English, adjustable scientific instrument by Stanley, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950. Comprehensive scientific instrument set Displays a desirable aged patina Presented in a carry case with a rich blue velour lining Ideal for measuring on maps or drawings Rotating measurement scales in good order Replete with small magnifying loupe...
Category

English Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel

Large pressure gauge with brass bezel by Dewrance of London
Located in London, GB
A large early 20th century pressure gauge with brass bezel by Dewrance of London. Dial marked: 0 – 200 pounds per square inch. 0-25-50-75-100-125-150-175-200 POUNDS PRESSURE PER □ ...
Category

English Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Enamel

1930s Hand Carved Pharmacy Stone Mortar
Located in Marbella, ES
1930s Hand Carved Pharmacy Stone Mortar
Category

Spanish 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Stone

Molecular structure of sodium chloride (NaCl) salt for educational use 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Molecular structure of salt, sodium chloride (NaCl) for educational use in satin-finished metal painted yellow, bakelite spheres painted green and gray. Bon état. Measures 24.2x24.2...
Category

20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Silk strength tester by Goodbrands Co of Manchester and Stalybridge
Located in London, GB
A wall mounted silk strength tester by Goodbrands & Co of Manchester and Stalybridge, circa 1910. Quadrant scale marked: 16 ozs. X ¼ oz. 4 lbs X 1 oz. (4/330) Vertical scale divide...
Category

English 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage test lens set, cabinet with shutter lock. Early 20th cent.
Located in Torino, IT
Set of trial lenses vintage, mobile wooden with closure shutter and drawers. A. BORRIONE & C. The set includes 247 lenses, plus some spare parts. The tray is removable, with two met...
Category

Italian 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Wood

English wall barometer with a square shape made of oak from the 1940s
Located in Milan, IT
Square-shaped English aneroid wall barometer made of oak wood from the 1940s. Good working condition. Measures cm19x5x19 - inches 7.5x1.9x7.5. The last photo is the gift box. This i...
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20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Antique Mobil Dentist Rinsing Sink Stainless Steel, Belge
Located in Mortsel, BE
Elevate your space with this Antique Dentist Rinsing Sink crafted from stainless steel, showcasing Belgian craftsmanship. This unique piece is a testament to the bygone era of dentis...
Category

Belgian 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Rolling Rule English Brass Scientific Instrument, Navigation, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage rolling rule. An English, brass scientific instrument to aid navigation, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950. Attractive period instrument Displays a desirable aged patina Solid brass shows mellow golden hues Used to draw parallel lines on navigation charts Replete with the Ministry of Defense arrow mark and 160100 patent number Oak faced box...
Category

English 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Baudot Multiple-Impression Telegraph, c. 1900 Manufactured by J Carpentier Paris
By J. Carpentier
Located in Madrid, ES
Baudot multiple-impression telegraph, c. 1900 Manufactured by J Carpentier Paris, brass and steel, Grunewald type electric motor mounted upside down. For the five-bit Baudot code...
Category

French Art Nouveau 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Vintage Ken A Vision Microprojector In Aluminium, 1950s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage microprojector from 1950s. Produced by Ken-A-Vision company. Original labels still attached. The item is in pure aluminium which looks really great. The flowing des...
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum

Apothecary Balls in Cobalt Blue Cut Crystal
Located in Brussels, BE
Apothecary balls in cobalt blue cut crystal - ten available.
Category

European 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass, Wood

PAXMAN and ULTRANOMIC brass boiler plates
Located in London, GB
"PAXMAN" and “ULTRANOMIC” brass boiler plate, Paxman Davey & Co, Colchester, England, circa 1930. PAXMAN width: 13 inches - 33.5 cm. ULTRANOMIC width: 19 inches - 48 cm. Paxman...
Category

English Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Antique Thermometer by Taylor
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Antique Thermometer Taylor stamped by maker 6.5 h x 1.75 w x .75 d Original vintage Refer to images provided
Category

Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

Antique Mineral Specimen Collection
Located in London, GB
A rare set of antique mineral specimen jars. Some remnants of labels. Some solid rocks others are powders. Sourced in Holland. Dimensions:...
Category

Dutch 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Glass

Didactical Model of Cockchafer or May bug sold by the “ Denoyer-Geppert Company
Located in Leuven , BE
Beetle model (Melotontha vulgaris), strongly enlarged. One side shows the outer shape, the other the inner constitution and the viscera, legs and wings ca...
Category

German 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Plaster, Paper

Mushroom Botanical Scientific Specimen Model Europe, 1950s or older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare vintage model of a botanical scientific specimen depicts a mushroom native to Central Europe. This kind of items are used as teaching material in German schools or as showp...
Category

Czech Folk Art 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood, Paper

Spanish, Bronze Balance Scale with Green Painted Wooden Stand
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish bronze balance scale with green painted wooden stand.
Category

Spanish 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Vintage American Original Paint Scale Makes a Great Kitchen Decorative Object
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique American Scale would make a great Kitchen Decorative Accessory still in its beautiful Original Paint. Howe Scale Company became internationally recognized for their innovativ...
Category

American Country Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel, Iron

20th Century English Scale
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century English scale is a captivating piece of industrial design and functional history. Crafted from cast iron with a sturdy base and a brass beam, this scale embodies du...
Category

English Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Iron

Vintage Physical Therapy Tractolator Intermittent Traction Apparatus Chair 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Quirky quack medical device, called a Tractolator, which is a chair designed to stretch the neck and spine by having the patient sit in the chair with their head placed in the harnes...
Category

American Industrial 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Chrome

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
Category

20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shell

Nautical Brass Magnetic Compass with Original Box by E. Vion Paris, Early 1900
Located in Milan, IT
Antique and rare magnetic surveying compass, brass with original wooden box, signed E. Vion Paris, early 1900. Very good condition. Height of box cm 32 – inches 12.61. The firm Vion, that still works today, was established in 1830 in Paris and it has always manufactured navigation equipment, in particular compasses and marine instruments...
Category

French 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Oak Cased Barograph, Winter Sin, Newcastle
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Deco Barograph, Winter & Sons, Newcastle Art Deco barograph housed in an oak bevelled glass display case standing on a raised, moulded plinth with pad feet. Six vacuum chambers ...
Category

English Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Oak

Torricellian batten barometer on mahogany board Mario de La Pierre Turin
Located in Milan, IT
Torricellian mercury stick barometer on mahogany wood board, signed Dr. M. De La Pierre Torino, from the 1950s, complete with atmospheric pressure reading nonius. Measures 7.5x4.8x ...
Category

20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Wood

Didactic Resin Anatomical Model of an Enlarged Jaw, Germany, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Didactic anatomical model of an enlarged jaw, mounted on a wooden board with hooks for hanging. In evidence the circulatory system, the roots of the teeth, and two caries. Made in ha...
Category

German Vintage 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Resin, Wood