Dry card compass - Brass - Baignol & Farjon , anciens instruments d’arpentage et de géométrie
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Two antique brass and steel drafting instrument cases from France, dating to circa 1900–1930 and made by Baignol & Farjon, each with dimensions 17 cm wide by 9 cm high by 3 cm deep; one wooden case with blue velvet interior contains compasses, dividers, dry points and accessories marked “Baignol & Farjon,” while the second black case is incomplete with several precision instruments missing.
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Pair of two old boxes of compasses and technical drawing instruments, dating probably from the early 20th century, around 1900–1930. One box, wooden with a blue velvet interior, includes several compasses, dividers, dry-point tips and accessories, including a piece marked “Baignol & Farjon.”
The second box, black in color, also contains several precision instruments, but is incomplete and a few pieces are missing. An ancient ensemble in brass and steel, presenting a beautiful patina and signs of use consistent with its age. Interesting for a collector of scientific instruments, technical drawing, architecture, engineering, or as decoration for an old desk. Condition and exact contents visible in the photos.
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Pair of two old boxes of compasses and technical drawing instruments, dating probably from the early 20th century, around 1900–1930. One box, wooden with a blue velvet interior, includes several compasses, dividers, dry-point tips and accessories, including a piece marked “Baignol & Farjon.”
The second box, black in color, also contains several precision instruments, but is incomplete and a few pieces are missing. An ancient ensemble in brass and steel, presenting a beautiful patina and signs of use consistent with its age. Interesting for a collector of scientific instruments, technical drawing, architecture, engineering, or as decoration for an old desk. Condition and exact contents visible in the photos.
scientific antiquity, precision instruments, antique compass, architect’s box, technical drawing, geometry, engineering, design office, surveying instruments, line-drawing tool, dry-point, lead holder, antique brass, polished steel, precision mechanics, French manufacture, Baignol & Farjon, vintage professional equipment, scientific collection, cabinet of curiosities, tool of the trade, technical heritage, industrial art, industrial decoration, collectible item, vintage office, engineer’s instruments, architect’s equipment, early 20th century, wooden box, blue velvet, authentic patina, old ensemble, rarity, collector.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Baignol & Farjon , anciens instruments d’arpentage et de géométrie
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1900-1930
