A TRAVEL MICROSCOPE by a BELGIAN MAKER, c. 1840
Euro 590
Circa
c.1840
Country of manufacture
Other
Description
A TRAVEL MICROSCOPE by a BELGIAN MAKER, c. 1840
A travel microscope with two columns and stage allowing a fine focusing.
The microscope screws on the mahogany case and can be easily dismounted and locked into it.
The microscope bears the very rare signature of a Belgian maker “Ch. Michel Opticien à Liège”.
We can date this signature around 1840 because Michel worked in this town only from 1843 and 1850.
This type of microscope, normally of French origin, very seldom bears a signature.
This rare case, besides, allows a precise datation.
The microscope has two objectives. Its optics gives a very good image and the microscope is in perfect condition and functionality.
Case: 25x14x6 cm
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Alpha et Omega
Alpha Et Omega
Alpha et Omega is a recently established firm, based in Milan, Italy. We specialise in antique Scientific Instruments and rare Books to supply collections worldwide. Focus is given to optical and time-related instruments, especially before the Industrial Revolution but we are also interested in rare-to-find scientific and natural items and wunderkammer objects. Alpha et Omega also deals in rare books related to Early Science and Scientific Instruments. Please feel free to contact us for individual requests or desiderata.
