19th century Dutch Trepaan set by instrument maker J. Linden, Rotterdam
Stock Number: Reserved: 430522 G R
P.O.A.
Dimensions
38 x 22 x 8,5 cm.
Circa
first half 19th Century
Maker
Linden Rotterdam
Country of manufacture
Other
Description
This is an early 19th century Dutch Trepaan set by instrument maker “J. Linden / Rotterdam” . This set is in the original mahogany case, lined with red velvet and hinges of brass. The set consists of a complete set of polished steel instruments with silver frames and polished agate / hardwood handles, the scalpel is of a later date. The hinged lid has a plaque with the text “Instrument Cabinets, Trepanation, Theatrum Anatomicum” and on the inside a manufacturer’s label. Dimensions: 38 x 22 x 8,5cm.
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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.
