Monocular compound microscope - 1850-1900 - United Kingdom
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Description from the seller
A charming late Victorian / Edwardian student’s brass microscope in its original fitted mahogany carrying case, complete with a drawer of early prepared slides. The lacquered brass body stands on a black enamel horseshoe base, with rack‑and‑pinion coarse focus, fine adjustment and a tilting mirror beneath the stage; the optics still focus and give an image.
Inside the lower slide‑drawer is a selection of glass preparations, several with beautifully penned labels describing human tissues and organs and others, giving a fascinating glimpse into turn‑of‑the‑century medical teaching and pathology. The mahogany case retains its brass handle and fittings and closes securely; it shows repairs and age‑related knocks but remains perfectly serviceable and displays well.
An evocative piece for a medical or scientific collection, steampunk interior or curiosity cabinet – ready to sit on a bookshelf or desk, with the added interest of original slides and a microscope that still works.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Beautiful Old England. We specialise in Antiquarian Books, Antique Surgical Instruments, art and collectibles from old England, for collectors all over the world. We have supplied customers in over 30 countries, nearly all with same day despatch.
A charming late Victorian / Edwardian student’s brass microscope in its original fitted mahogany carrying case, complete with a drawer of early prepared slides. The lacquered brass body stands on a black enamel horseshoe base, with rack‑and‑pinion coarse focus, fine adjustment and a tilting mirror beneath the stage; the optics still focus and give an image.
Inside the lower slide‑drawer is a selection of glass preparations, several with beautifully penned labels describing human tissues and organs and others, giving a fascinating glimpse into turn‑of‑the‑century medical teaching and pathology. The mahogany case retains its brass handle and fittings and closes securely; it shows repairs and age‑related knocks but remains perfectly serviceable and displays well.
An evocative piece for a medical or scientific collection, steampunk interior or curiosity cabinet – ready to sit on a bookshelf or desk, with the added interest of original slides and a microscope that still works.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Beautiful Old England. We specialise in Antiquarian Books, Antique Surgical Instruments, art and collectibles from old England, for collectors all over the world. We have supplied customers in over 30 countries, nearly all with same day despatch.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Type
Monocular compound microscope
Number of items
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
25.5 cm
Width
18.5 cm
Depth
14.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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