Drawing instrument

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Late 19th century mahogany cased set of drawing instruments with bone and steel components from the United Kingdom, circa 1850–1900, 20 cm wide, 8 cm deep, 2 cm high, in good condition with a blue felt-lined interior and original key, noting a missing small pair of dividers.

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A late 19th century mahogany cased set of drawing instruments. These sets were used by engineers, architects, naval draughtsmen. The set is in good condition but missing a small pair of dividers. The case measures 20cm in width and the cartouche is vacant. The inside lid is blue felt lined.

The instrument tray lifts out of the case to reveal a blue felt lined recess below containing an ebony parallel rule. The case retains it's original key which works the lock.

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 late 19th century mahogany cased set of drawing instruments. These sets were used by engineers, architects, naval draughtsmen. The set is in good condition but missing a small pair of dividers. The case measures 20cm in width and the cartouche is vacant. The inside lid is blue felt lined.

The instrument tray lifts out of the case to reveal a blue felt lined recess below containing an ebony parallel rule. The case retains it's original key which works the lock.

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
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Material
Mahogany, Bone, Steel
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
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