1870’s Unusual Chain saw by Collin
Stock Number: 00 440501*f S
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Dimensions
Width: 23cm.
Circa
1870's
Maker
Collin & Cie
Country of manufacture
France
Description
1870’s French chain saw by Collin & CIE. Gold plated with serrated link chain adjustable via two screws to main frame, two ebony handles one fixed the other with rotation. The ebony handle is made similar to another divice in the Wellcome collection, therefore this chain saw is dated 1870.
Note: Previously bought from Christie’s South Kensington on 11th July, 1997 (Sale 7741/Lot 26).
Width: 23cm.
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Van Leest Antiques
Van Leest Antiques
Van Leest Antiques, based in Utrecht in the Netherlands, specialises in antique scientific and medical instruments. Their collection covers mainly scientific and medical antique instruments: barometers, globes and planataria, nautical instruments, anatomical models, and pharmacy items. Toon Van Leest travels regularly in Europe and visits trade fairs, auctions, and antique dealers to collect stock and to find pieces to fulfil his clients' unusual requests.
As well as being an avid antique collector and dealer, Toon Van Leest is also a dentist. He believes that antiques are a stable investment, not reliant on trends or fashion, and have truly lasting value. Above all, he says, antiques are timeless and never lose their beauty.
