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Exceptional brass graphometer signed “MARETZ A AIX” in a crimson leather-covered wooden case decorated with gold-tooled floral motifs. The instrument consists of a rectangular brass plate fitted with a compass, an alidade and a swivel foot. The top of the plate is fully engraved and the set is composed as follows: – A semi-circle graduated from 0 to 180 degrees in both directions, numbered from 10 to 10, and 15 other scales, made up of dots and double-dots separated by Read More...

16 Dec

Mother-of-pearl and blackened brass perpetual calendar made circa 1830

By Galerie Delalande Paris

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Mother-of-pearl and blackened brass perpetual calendar made circa 1830. The perpetual calendar consists of an openwork mother-of-pearl plate and a rotating mother-of-pearl disc on the back. The front is marked “Perpetual Calendar” and is engraved with a disc marked with the months of the year and inside cut into sectors with numbers marked 1 to 31 and small stars. The left-hand side has a cut-out window through which you can read the days of the week engraved on the disc below. Read More...

12 Dec

Hénocque’s Hematoscope/Lactoscope

By M and R Gordon

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We are offering an example of l’Hématoscope d’Hénocque. In 1886, Albert Hénocque (1840-1902) published his SUR LE HÉMATOSCOPE D’HÉNOCQUE INDICATIONS TECHNIQUES DE SES APPLICATIONS:Spectroscopie Diaphanométrie et Photographie du sang, du lait, etc., etc. Paris, G. Masson. In this volume he laid out the applications of his hematoscope. What makes this instrument of special interest is that it was used not only for the diagnosis of diseases of the blood but also to test the quality of a woman‘s milk “either to choose between several [wet}nurses, Read More...

11 Dec

Metallic Polyhedron from the 19th Century – Hexaoctahedron with 48 Faces

By Florin

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Behold a masterpiece from the 19th century—a remarkable representation of an irregular polyhedron with 48 faces, specifically a hexaoctahedron, featuring 12 vertices. This exquisite work of mastery is a testament to the craftsmanship of the 19th century, showcasing both complexity and beauty. Key Features: Hexaoctahedron Structure: The polyhedron boasts an intricate hexaoctahedral structure with 48 faces, revealing the mathematical and artistic prowess employed in its creation. 12 Vertices: The presence of 12 vertices adds to the geometric complexity, creating a visually stunning Read More...

09 Dec

Rare taffrail log in case – Vion, Paris ca. 1950

By Archipel

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A ship-log records the distance traveled through the water. With the time in hours between the observations, it gives the ship’s speed in knots. A very rare and complete yachting taffrail log. Hardly used. With clock, line, rotator, sinker weight and two shoes in a mahogany case. The log is fixed on a shoe at the stern of a ship. The recorder would have been connected with a line to the rotor at the end of the line. The governor Read More...

09 Dec

Reflecting or Borda circle – Schwartz, Lenoir, Paris, ca. 1840

By Archipel

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Circle sextant, Borda circle, reflecting circle, circumferator, repeating circle, this instrument is known among several names. In Paris Chevalier de Borda published a description of his instrument in 1787. The instrument can measure angles greater than 180 degrees. At sea, it is used in determining lunar distances. This well preserved instrument is made by Schwartz, Lenoir’s successor. Etienne Lenoir (1744 – 1832) who had his workshop also in Paris. In his time Lenoir was considered as the best designer of nautical Read More...

09 Dec

Deleuil simple Chemical type microscope

By Van Leest Antiques

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This simple Chemical type microscope was first made by Louis Joseph Deleuil (1795-1862) on a design by the chemist François-Vincent Raspail (1794-1878) who is considered to be the Father of Histochemistry. While Deleuil was the first optician to make one of these simple microscopes, the design became very popular and was copied by several of the other French manufacturers. The microscope has rack and pinion focussing. It can be used when set tight by a screw in a pocket on Read More...

07 Dec

Proportional divider 8 inch – Royer, Paris, ca. 1880

By Archipel

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A pair of proportional dividers with fine adjustment made by Royer à Paris. The instrument is signed by the maker. The box is closed with beautiful brass hooks. Date: ca. 1880HWL: 2.5×22.5×3.3 cmSigned: Royer Ft de Compas, Rue de l’Ancienne Comedie 12, ParisOrigin:Condition: in good and working condition Read More...

06 Dec

A brass compass, France, 18th century

By Le Zograscope

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Brass compass with square plate measuring 6.7cm sides and 5.9cm diameter. The compass is engraved with the four cardinal points and is divided into two times 0-180 degrees. The four holes are later. The original needle is still perfectly magnetized. Good condition. Read More...

05 Dec

Brass Protractor, 18th century

By Archipel

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Eighteenth century brass protractor with hand engraved inner and outer scales. Tapered outer edges and beveled straight edges. Date: 1770-1790HW: 56×88 mmSigned: not signedOrigin: FranceCondition: good with signs of wear Read More...

02 Dec

TAPISSERIE – LA BOITE OPTIQUE XVIII ème

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Tapisserie fin XVIII ème début XIX ème représentant un montreur de boite optique. Assez bel état, contrecollée sur une planche de chêne. Cadre : 39 x 48.5 cm Read More...

02 Dec

Collin Lacrimal set in case

By Van Leest Antiques

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A silver lacrimal set made and signed by Collin & Cie of the 1880’s. Collin was an apprentice of Charrière who later took over the business. The set includes a syringe with three catheters, Scissor, three double Stylet Lacrimal Dilators, a pair of tweezers, two Richter knifes, a double cystotome and a wound hook. The set comes in its original leather case with purple fabric and velour on the inner side. One outer messing hooks is broken. Dimensions: 17 x Read More...