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Large boxwood cylindrical altitude sundial (shepherd’s dial), 18th century Boxwood and iron; 17.6 cm in height and 3 cm in diameter. Large turned boxwood cylindrical altitude sundial—known as a shepherd’s dial—unsigned but of French origin, dating to the second half of the 18th century. The dial is of unusual size, measuring 17.6 cm in height. It features a lovely patina and is a rare example that has retained its original suspension cord, allowing it to be used. Attractive engravings of the numerals and the Read More...

19 Aug

A 19th-century brass graphometer by H. Morin, Paris

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A 19th-century brass graphometer by H. Morin, Paris In its original wooden case; both the case and the instrument bear the name ‘H. Morin, 11 Rue de Long, Paris’ The graphometer and compass works perfectly and has a locking knob. The small air bubble in the round spirit level has disappeared Dimensions of the case: 27 × 17 × 20 cm Read More...

08 Aug

A microscope or physics experiment lamp 19 century by L Locatelli

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A microscope or physics experiment lamp designed by Louis Locatelli in Paris in 1828 by This lamp features a special alcohol reservoir, a reflector and a square wick to provide a constant source of light or heat Total height: 5 inches (13 cm) Read More...

08 Aug

Bion’s classic textbook about scientific instruments – A fine copy from 1752

By Le Zograscope

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BION (Nicolas) Traite de la construction et des principaux usages des instrumens de mathematique avec les figures necessaires pour l’intelligence de ce traite Paris, Veuve Jean Boudot, Jacques Collombay, et Jean Boudot fils, 1752.4to of frontispiece, portrait, (8), 448, (12) pages and 37 planches ; contemporary calf. The latest edition given by the son of Nicolas Bion who died in 1733.A fine and nice copy complete with a frontispiece, a portrait and 37 folding plate. Read More...

06 Aug

Galvanic pendant, various metals, by E. Osselin, French, 1880-1920

By M and R Gordon

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The Wellcome Collection describes this pendant as follows: “Galvanic brooch, various metals, with head profile of a bald bearded man, by E. Osselin [ Eugene A. Osselin], French, 1880-1920 The brooch is made from a number of different metals including brass, copper, lead and nickel-plated iron. The inscription translates from French as “Medical electro medal, purifies blood, cleanses bile, cures pains and rheumatism, health [is] all ruling”. It also carries the maker’s name, “E Osselin”. The pendant brooch was sold as a Read More...

03 Aug

A 30-minutes two bubbles houglass in leather frame, France, 18th century

By Le Zograscope

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A very good French two bubble houglass mounted in a black leather frame for 30 minutes. The hourglass measures 13,2cm height and 6cm diameter. It is datable from the first half of 18th century. The joint is made with fabric covered wit another tissus itself covered with wax. The and is withe. The houglass is in genuine and perfect working condition. A great example and example in leather frame at not so usual. Read More...

27 Jul

Lebègue – Pair of terrestrial and celestial globes, 3inch/8cm diameter, circa 1880

By Le Zograscope

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A rare matching pair of small terrestrial and celestial globes by Jules Lebègue, France, circa 1880. The globes measure approximately 8 cm in diameter and 18.5 cm in height. Fine original condition. Rare to find in this condition. Read More...

15 Jul

Large 50cm/20inch Terrestrial Globe by Larochette and Bonnefont

By Le Zograscope

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A large terrestrial globe, 50 cm in diameter, bearing the inscription: “Globe terrestre 1m 60c circonférence par Ch. Larochette et L. Bonnefont… Médailles d’argent aux principales expositions. Edition Naud-Evrard. Institut géographique de Paris Ch. Delagrave” (Terrestrial globe, 1.60m circumference, by Ch. Larochette and L. Bonnefont… Silver medals at major exhibitions. Naud-Evrard Edition. Institut Géographique de Paris, Ch. Delagrave). The large 50 cm globe is mounted within a brass ring graduated in four 90-degree quadrants, topped by a copper hour dial Read More...

11 Jul

Monolatitude oval silver sundial signed Le Sueur à Gisors

By Galerie Delalande Paris

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Oval silver sundial bearing the rare signature ‘Le Sueur à Gisors’. Monolatitude. Gilded brass gnomon. No case. Dimensions: length 5.2 cm x width 4 cm. Made in Gisors (France) circa 1660. Read More...

11 Jul

Architect’s set signed Legrand à Paris made circa 1760

By Galerie Delalande Paris

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Architect’s set containing 14 instruments and accessories made of brass, steel and wood, stored in its original cardboard case covered with green vellum and black shagreen. It includes three instruments signed “Legrand à Paris”: a semi-circular protractor, a sector (proportional compass) and a folding set square (6-inch size). Other instruments include an ebony ruler, a double brass charcoal holder, a large pair of dividers and its accessories, a medium-sized pair of dividers and a small pair of dividers with accessories. Also includes a plumb bob. Nota : Read More...

04 Jul

Brass and steel reduction compass signed Diebolt père & fils à Strasbourg made circa 1800/1820.

By Galerie Delalande Paris

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Brass and steel reduction compass marked “Diebolt père & fils à Strasbourg.” It is presented in its cardboard-shaped case lined with velvet. Dimensions: – length: 21.5 cm (compass) – length: 23 cm (case) France made circa 1800–1820. Read More...

04 Jul

Oval-shaped horizontal silver sundial signed Ferrier in Paris made circa 1650–60

By Galerie Delalande Paris

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Oval-shaped, single-latitude horizontal sundial made of silver. The silver plate is engraved with an hour scale divided into III through XII and I through VIII, further subdivided into quarter-hour increments. Signed “Ferrier à Paris.” Folding gnomon featuring a floral motif with grotesque figures and a radiating sun around the edge. Rosace on the back. Case made of mule hide with a red velvet interior. Note: Guillaume Ferrier (active between 1618 and 1664) is a very rare signature. Sundials of different shapes signed by Ferrier Read More...