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Extraordinary didactic anatomical model in wax.Italy xviii th. The use of this type of didactic model disappeared at the beginning of the 19th century and with the discovery of the use of other materials to make them which made them more durable. It is in excellent condition despite its age. high: 60cm Read More...

04 Nov

Wooden Revolver Single Microscope, ca. late 17th century

By Gilgamesh

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Purchased in Italy, this continental European (Italian, French or Dutch), probably late 17th-century wooden single microscope comes with an oval case of wood covered in tan leather embossed with gold motifs. Objects to be viewed were held in the five holes within the circular revolving plate. The plate can be turned to bring each object into view in front of the bi-convex little lens under the eyecup. Unlike some other microscopes of this general design, the lens was placed Read More...

21 Oct

Glass brain ventricle model for air encephalography. 1940

By Van Leest Antiques

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A Glass brain ventricle model for air encephalography, circa 1940. This glass demonstration model is an opportunity to examine all or a part of the ventricular system of the brain. When clinical signs of increased intracranial pressure are observed, this glass model was used to provide insight for ventriculography which was then the only permissible aerographic technique Measurements display cabinet 21 x 21 x 14. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

01 Oct

18TH Century Compass Praga Franz Moser Fecit

By Antiques Le Saint Georges

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Interesting Compass 18Th Century Franz Moser Fecit Praga Fleur de Lys indicated the North. Very Good condition. Read More...

24 Sep

Obstetric Spoon

By Van Leest Antiques

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An early obstetric spoon or hevel, probably Dutch manufacture in the 1780’s. The stem with a hook is inlaid with red copper and a brass button at the end. Beautiful work of the blacksmith. Read More...

17 Sep

Rare round brass sundial signed HYERONIMVS VVLPARIA . FA (ciebat) 1577

By Galerie Delalande Paris

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Round brass sundial signed “HYERONIMVS VVLPARIA . FA (ciebat) 1577”. On the periphery two concentric circles divided into eight sectors indicating the main winds. Inside there is a sundial with the hour lines between the two Tropics and its vertical pin hole. A compass with the four cardinal directions and the magnetic declination (the glass and needle are missing). It is surrounded by a compass rose with sixteen directions. On the opposite side a graduated disc of three concentric circles Read More...

15 Sep

Large 18th century iron century divider, dividers

By Early Science

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Exceptionally large 18th iron century divider, dividers in intact and original condition 19.3 Inch 48.5 cm € 145.- Read More...

08 Sep

Dutch Rachitome saw by J. Hoeff-Ticke Leyden,

By Van Leest Antiques

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Rachitome saw by “J. Hoeff-Ticke Leyden”, mainly a post mortem instrument. The single rachitome was used to cut through the lamina of the spine. The double rachitome was used to cut sections through the cord. The width of the sections could be varied with the screw and nut mechanism.An instrument with solid crosshatch wooden handles and two blades which are fixed with steel screws and brass wing-nut. Signed by J. Hoeff-Ticke Leyden. No cracks on the handles and some Read More...

03 Sep

Early post mortum set by Vernetti Milano

By Van Leest Antiques

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An Early post mortum set by Vernetti Milano with a label of “Sezioni” what could be also used as an amputation set. There is a literature with image of amputation made with hammer and Chisel. Vernetti was a surgical instrument maker active in Milan in the first half of the 1800’s. The hammer and the chisel are signed by “Vernetti Milan”. There are 3 missing instruments and 1 replacement. Measurements 56 x 20 x 5 cm. Read More...

11 Aug

A Fine pair of Belgian boxlock percussion pistols.

By Scientific Inspirations

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A fine pair of quality Belgian boxlock percussion pocket pistols, circa 1830 with polished steel frames engraved with foliage, Liege proof marks, turn-off rifled Damascus twist barrels 1.5″, concealed triggers, rounded ivory stocks, foliate engraved steel butt caps with sprung hinged lids for percussion caps. Excellent condition and good working order ( a couple of minor age cracks to ivory). In purple lined close fitted rosewood veneered case with gilt brass stringing and escutcheon engraved ‘FR’ ( a little curving Read More...

20 Jul

RARE PALUZIE GLOBE FROM THE XIX CENTURY

By Florin

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RARE PALUZIE GLOBE FROM THE XIX CENTURY. DESKTOP GLOBE FROM THE XIX CENTURY MADE BY THE HOUSE: FAUSTINO PALUZIE-BARCELONA. THE BASE IS MADE OF EBONIZED WOOD AND THE GLOBE, DUE TO ITS WEIGHT, IS POSSIBLY SOLID WOOD. MEASURES: 18X18X25 CM. BALLOON HAS A DIAMETER OF: 14 CM. VERY GOOD CONDITION Read More...

16 Jul

18th century medicinal travel pharmacy chest

By Early Science

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18th century medicinal travel pharmacy chest these types of chests were used on expeditions in the 18th century by horse or by ship This rare box contains 6 completely intact bottles with a plant painting on 4 sides, and 2 tin cans Box 13 Inch X 10 Inch X 8 Inch ( 33 X 25 X 20 Cm ) bottles 5.5 Inch high honey laudanum and digitalis were well-known examples of medicines that were taken with them This rare box Read More...