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A MUSICAL SECTOR

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A MUSICAL SECTOR, German or Italian, c. late 17th century, made of brass, reverse tapered in thickness, opening from 7-1/2″ to 14-1/8″ (19 to 36 cm). One side is finely divided with twin sector scales of equal parts (each scale divided twice 0(1)100; i.e., from 0 to 100 by ones), of “Lin Recta” 15(1)2, of “Lin ‘square'” 0(1)60(5)90, and of a wonderful musical scale “fi, G, G-is, a, b, h, C, C-is, D, D-is, E, f.” The other has Read More...

07 Nov

Male anatomical Pelvis model, C 1930

By Van Leest Antiques

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Male pelvis, natural size, vertically sectioned. prepared on the side, the bladder and the external sexual organs are open and removable. Particularly neat and clear representation of the urinary tract. The model is labeled with “Rat der Stadt Rosslau – nr 1534”. The model consist of three parts and is in good condition. Measurements 35 x 39 x 13 cm. C 1930. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiqus.com Read More...

29 Oct

SEVENTEENTH CENTURY GUNNERY GAUGE

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SEVENTEENTH CENTURY GUNNERY GAUGE, German or Austrian, 1629, boldly engraved “Anno 1629.” Rectangular in cross section, and tapered, the brass rule measures 13-1/2″ (34 cm) long overall, including its cast and soldered double-sided bust handle. Each face of the rule is hand engraved, one with a scale of inches (labeled “Zol”) from 0 to 12, each inch subdivided into the corresponding integral number of parts (e.g., the eleventh inch is divided into 11 equal parts!) Each inch measures approximately Read More...

22 Oct

Anatomical lower jaw model, Somso

By Van Leest Antiques

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Anatomcial left underjaw model from Somso and the retailer IVAC in Bruxelles, Circa 1930. The model gives the following structures: elements, bone, nerves and bloodvessels. The Cuspidaal (33) and Molaar (36) are removable. The model is in excellent condition. Heigt (with stand) 34 cm. Width: 34 cm Read More...

15 Oct

Columbus Globe, C 1930.

By Van Leest Antiques

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A World – Traffic – Globe from Globe manufacturer Columbus on a wooden “ebonized” base. Published by Erven J Bijleveld. Circa 1930 and has a diameter of 50 cm. Height is 107 cm. The Cartouch gives: Wereld – Verkeers – Globedoor Prof. Dr. Ernst Friedrich / Nederlandsche bewerking van R.E. Kaltofen / Leeraar Rijks H.B.S., Utrecht / uitgave Erven J. Bijleveld, Utrecht / Columbus Verlag G.M.b.H. / Berlin-Lichterfelde. Schaal 1 ; 26.600.000. An identical globe is described in the book: Read More...

05 Sep

H. Kiepert Erdglobus, 1879.

By Van Leest Antiques

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A huge german globe by Heinrich Kiepert, 22 inch/ 55 cm on a turned wooden base. . the Cartouch gives the following discription: Erdglobus bearbeitet von H. Kiepert. – Berlin – Dietrich Reimer – 1879 – Schrifst v. C. Bischoff, Terrainst, v. J. Sulzer. Total 92 cm high and in good condition. For shop information look on website www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

11 Jul

German terrestrial Globeby by Johann Bernard Bauer , C 1800

By Van Leest Antiques

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A german globe, 5 inch ( 12,7 cm) on a stool. Probably made by Johann Bernard Bauer. Circa 1800 and in good condition. There is a full meridian and horizon ring, on top is an brass hour ring graduated 1-12 (two times) without a metal pointer. There is a green simple outline of the continents. Tasmania is labelled Van Diemen LD amd is drawn as an Island. There isn’t a cartouch with the name on the globe. The stool Read More...

06 Jul

Some Worthy Surgical Bits and Bobs

By M and R Gordon

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1. Metacarpal saw with slightly-rounded ebony handle. Total length 21.5 centimeters. Signed “MEHLHAUS”.Jacob Mehlhaus is listed in an 1863 Wiesbaden city directory as a surgical instrument maker. It was probably a small workshop that was not in existence for many years. No known catalog. 2.Trepanning elevator with checkered ebony handle. Unsigned. Length: 20 centimeters. 3. Sponge/swab holder with tapered hexagonal ebony handle. Unsigned. Length: 23.5 centimeters. 4. Reiner’s needle forceps/holder. It is shown in the 1889 Tiemann Armamentarium but not the 1879, Read More...

04 Jul

SOLNHOFER STONE SUNDIAL WITH DATE HIDDEN IN A CHRONOGRAM

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SOLNHOFER STONE SUNDIAL WITH DATE HIDDEN IN A CHRONOGRAM, German, 1723, bearing arms labeled “GA ZN,” the latitude (47°33′), and a Latin motto which conceals the date (1723). The 6-3/4″ x 8″ (17 x 20 cm) block of very finely grained Solnhofer stone is acid-etched with a fine projection of chapter ring (divided every quarter hour from 4 am to 8 pm) and Zodiacal calendar. It is set with a shaped brass gnomon with oculus for the calendar scale, Read More...

22 Jun

REFLECTING OBJECTIVE AND CONDENSER

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REFLECTING OBJECTIVE AND CONDENSER, German, c. mid-20th century, the objective signed “Carl Zeiss, Jena, Spiegelobjecktiv, 40/0.65, 160/0.17, #014782,” the condenser “Carl Zeiss, Jena, Spiegelkondensor, 0.6, #209551.” Each is approximately 2″ (5 cm) tall, constructed of substantial plated metals, designed somewhat like a miniature Cassegrain telescope with one large concave mirror with central hole, and one small convex mirror with three-armed spider mount. In fact it is apparently the Schwarzschild system, developed in 1905. Condition seems excellent. One comes with Read More...

08 Jun

WWII 25 x 105 binoculars by Schneider, Göttingen.

By Hatchwell Antiques

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A pair of WWII 25 x 105 binoculars by Jos. Schneider & Co, Optische Werke KG, Göttingen. The rare first pattern of this model, circa 1941-42.45° inclined oculars, filters and brow.Original paintwork.Manufacture’s WWII code: kqcLiterature:Militärische Ferngläser und Fernrohre in Heer, Luftwaffe und Marine : Military binoculars and telescopes in Army , Air Force and Navy / Dr Hans Seeger. Page: 165.The Eye of the Flak (Das Auge der Flak) Vol.1 / Dr Peter De Laet & Francis Vermeire. Page: Read More...

04 Jun

MANUSCRIPT HORARY QUADRANT

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MANUSCRIPT HORARY QUADRANT, probably German, c. 17th century. This thick (3/4″; 1.9 cm) wood quadrant is 8-3/8″ (21 cm) in radius, mounted on one side with a paper sheet laid out in ink with partial hand coloring. The other side has an incomplete attempt to draw the same inked design directly on the wood. A plugged hole at the apex would anchor a string with plumb bob. Two edge holes might permit auxiliary sights, although one can of course Read More...