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THB19th C. American Brass & Steel Microscope w/ Wood Case
Lot 132a
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Nov 18, 2021
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- Lot Description
North America, United States, New York, Rochester & New York City, ca. late 19th century CE. A fine vintage brass and steel monocular microscope with 3 objectives and the original wooden case and lenses. Manufactured by the Bausch and Lomb Optical Company, the handsome instrument is comprised of painted iron feet, a frame, and polished brass attachments. The frame features a body tube, adjustment knobs, a revolving nosepiece, a circular stage with clips, and an adjustable concave mirror. The drawer contains the 2 different eye lenses and 2 brass capsule cases. The patent dates and maker names are stamped on the frame and stage. The microscope comes with the original wooden storage box with a brass handle for travel. Inside is a drawer with storage for the eye lenses. The original magnification chart is pinned on the door for ease of reference. A great decorative piece for an office! Size of microscope: 7" W x 12.5" H (17.8 cm x 31.8 cm); case: 9" L x 8" W x 14.8" H (22.9 cm x 20.3 cm x 37.6 cm)
Provenance: ex-Stein collection, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, USA, acquired prior to 2010
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#164181Cloudiness and scratches to lenses and mirrors. Moving components still function. The scope functions but not suitable for scientific use. Missing 1 lens. Scuffs and scratches to wooden case as shown. Case is original and contains the original drawer and paper reference chart.Condition
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