Decorative ornament - Europe - Molecular models





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Educational molecular models set in bakelite and hard plastic from the mid-20th century (approximately 1960–1970), with dimensions 5 x 5 x 8 cm and in good vintage condition.
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Description Catawiki – Vintage Educational Molecular Models Set
Italiano
Lot of vintage educational molecular models in Bakelite/plastic, from the 1950s–1970s
Interesting and rare set of three-dimensional molecular models used for teaching chemistry and the study of molecular structure. The lot is composed of several elements assembled with colored Bakelite/hard plastic spheres representing different atoms and molecular configurations.
These models were employed in schools, university laboratories and technical institutes as a visual aid for teaching chemistry. Today they are highly sought-after items by collectors of vintage scientific instruments, interior decorators and enthusiasts of vintage industrial design.
The spheres feature the classic identifying colors of chemical elements and show a pleasant patina due to age, with normal signs of use compatible with many years of use. The structures are stable and well preserved.
Ideal as collectible objects, decorative accessories for professional study offices, libraries, laboratories, science museums or environments with industrial and vintage style.
Era: mid-20th century (circa 1950–1970)
Style: Scientific – Industrial – Mid-Century Modern
Material: Bakelite / colored hard plastic
Origin: European educational teaching material
Conditions: Good overall condition with normal signs of use and slight wear due to age. Please carefully observe all photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Accurate shipping with professional packaging and tracking number.
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English
Vintage Educational Molecular Models in Bakelite/Plastic – Chemistry Teaching Set (1950s–1970s)
Interesting and uncommon collection of vintage three-dimensional molecular models originally designed for educational purposes to demonstrate chemical structures and molecular geometry. The lot consists of several assembled models made of coloured Bakelite/hard plastic spheres representing different atoms and molecular configurations.
These scientific teaching aids were widely used in schools, universities and chemistry laboratories throughout the mid-20th century. Today they are appreciated as collectible scientific instruments and attractive decorative objects for vintage, industrial or Mid-Century interiors.
The coloured spheres retain their original appearance and display an attractive age-related patina with light wear consistent with normal use. All models remain stable and well preserved.
Perfect for collectors of scientific instruments, chemistry enthusiasts, museums, universities, laboratories, libraries, or as distinctive decorative pieces.
Period: Mid-20th century (circa 1950–1970)
Style: Scientific – Industrial – Mid-Century Modern
Material: Coloured Bakelite / hard plastic
Origin: European educational teaching material
Condition: Good overall vintage condition with minor signs of age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description.
The item will be professionally packed and shipped with tracking.
Seller's Story
Description Catawiki – Vintage Educational Molecular Models Set
Italiano
Lot of vintage educational molecular models in Bakelite/plastic, from the 1950s–1970s
Interesting and rare set of three-dimensional molecular models used for teaching chemistry and the study of molecular structure. The lot is composed of several elements assembled with colored Bakelite/hard plastic spheres representing different atoms and molecular configurations.
These models were employed in schools, university laboratories and technical institutes as a visual aid for teaching chemistry. Today they are highly sought-after items by collectors of vintage scientific instruments, interior decorators and enthusiasts of vintage industrial design.
The spheres feature the classic identifying colors of chemical elements and show a pleasant patina due to age, with normal signs of use compatible with many years of use. The structures are stable and well preserved.
Ideal as collectible objects, decorative accessories for professional study offices, libraries, laboratories, science museums or environments with industrial and vintage style.
Era: mid-20th century (circa 1950–1970)
Style: Scientific – Industrial – Mid-Century Modern
Material: Bakelite / colored hard plastic
Origin: European educational teaching material
Conditions: Good overall condition with normal signs of use and slight wear due to age. Please carefully observe all photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Accurate shipping with professional packaging and tracking number.
⸻
English
Vintage Educational Molecular Models in Bakelite/Plastic – Chemistry Teaching Set (1950s–1970s)
Interesting and uncommon collection of vintage three-dimensional molecular models originally designed for educational purposes to demonstrate chemical structures and molecular geometry. The lot consists of several assembled models made of coloured Bakelite/hard plastic spheres representing different atoms and molecular configurations.
These scientific teaching aids were widely used in schools, universities and chemistry laboratories throughout the mid-20th century. Today they are appreciated as collectible scientific instruments and attractive decorative objects for vintage, industrial or Mid-Century interiors.
The coloured spheres retain their original appearance and display an attractive age-related patina with light wear consistent with normal use. All models remain stable and well preserved.
Perfect for collectors of scientific instruments, chemistry enthusiasts, museums, universities, laboratories, libraries, or as distinctive decorative pieces.
Period: Mid-20th century (circa 1950–1970)
Style: Scientific – Industrial – Mid-Century Modern
Material: Coloured Bakelite / hard plastic
Origin: European educational teaching material
Condition: Good overall vintage condition with minor signs of age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description.
The item will be professionally packed and shipped with tracking.

