Monocular compound microscope - 11047 - 1850-1900, 1899 - Austria - Ludwig Merker
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Description from the seller
Antique brass microscope by Ludwig Merker, Vienna (circa 1900) Vienna, XVIII. (Vienna 18, Währing).
For sale is a beautiful, historical desk microscope from the renowned Vienna manufacturer Ludwig Merker (Vienna, XVIII.). A true collector’s piece and decorative testament to historical fine mechanics and optics.
Manufacturer: Ludwig Merker, Vienna XVIII (engraved on the tube)
Design: Classic setup with a heavy, black-lacquered horseshoe foot made of cast iron and elements of polished brass
Equipment: Rotatable objective revolver with lenses, round stage with slide clamp, adjustable substage mirror for illumination
Focusing: Smooth coarse and fine adjustment via side adjustment wheels
Condition: Beautiful, age-appropriate preserved condition with authentic patina (see photos). Please note: The microscope is sold without wooden case and additional accessories.
Ideal for collectors, as a stylish decorative object for the study or as a gift for lovers of old scientific history.
Antique brass microscope by Ludwig Merker, Vienna (circa 1900) Vienna, XVIII. (Vienna 18, Währing).
For sale is a beautiful, historical desk microscope from the renowned Vienna manufacturer Ludwig Merker (Vienna, XVIII.). A true collector’s piece and decorative testament to historical fine mechanics and optics.
Manufacturer: Ludwig Merker, Vienna XVIII (engraved on the tube)
Design: Classic setup with a heavy, black-lacquered horseshoe foot made of cast iron and elements of polished brass
Equipment: Rotatable objective revolver with lenses, round stage with slide clamp, adjustable substage mirror for illumination
Focusing: Smooth coarse and fine adjustment via side adjustment wheels
Condition: Beautiful, age-appropriate preserved condition with authentic patina (see photos). Please note: The microscope is sold without wooden case and additional accessories.
Ideal for collectors, as a stylish decorative object for the study or as a gift for lovers of old scientific history.
Details
Specific region of origin
Wien
Type
Monocular compound microscope
Weight
4328 g
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Ludwig Merker
Model/type number
11047
Material
Brass, Iron
Country of origin
Austria
Style
Vintage
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Not tested
Height
33 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1899, 1850-1900
Title additional information
Vienna, XVIII. (Vienna 18,
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