Germany Archives - Page 14 of 21

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An German artificial leech in case with 4 extra knives in a sterilisation box. I dated this one 1930 and is made in Germany. The maker’s logo with the print on the case is not familiar to me. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

16 Feb

HAND-HELD COMPASS

By TESSERACT

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HAND-HELD COMPASS, German for the English market, c. 1800, signed “Neues Polar S..el im Freien von Joh. Konrad Böhmländer Mechaniker in Nürnberg.” The fine turned wood cell is 4″ (10 cm) in diameter, set on one side with a colored print of children at play, and on the other with a floral print with German directionals, surrounding the glazed compass with its colored 32-point rose, directionals printed in English, and magnetic declination of 18° West. Condition is good, the Read More...

31 Jan

~HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT ZEISS STAND V- DANCER-1882 (AMENDED)~

By Scientifica Opticae Inc.

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A fine and historically important Carl Zeiss, Jena. Stativ (Stand) V #5945 puchased by J. B. Dancer 18/10/1882. Theoretically, this microscope was purchased by Dancer for the newly formed Manchester Microscopical Society c. 1880. Standing 12 inches (31 cm) tall, it initially came with every conceivable option of the day, including Abbe’s substage illuminator and a miniature, rotating turret of stackable objectives. Rarely used, with the only signs of wear being on the stage. Now for the rest of the story. Read More...

13 Jan

Ranunclus neris or buttercup by R. Brendel, C 1890.

By Van Leest Antiques

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The ranunclus neris or buttercup was made by robert brendel in germany, second half of the 19th century, polychrome papier mache on turned ebonist base with the printed maker’s label. The retailer was merkelbach & co, amsterdam. 39 cm high. Look for shop information on website www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

13 Jan

Brendel Phasolus vulgaris model

By Van Leest Antiques

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A Brendel Phasolus vulgaris model. Germinating bean, 8 times enlarge, dissectible and young plant with still adhering cotyledons. 44 cm high. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

06 Jan

Ross monocular and Goerz monocular.

By Scientific Inspirations

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Two monoculars: An early 20th century 4.5″ long prismatic monocular, signed ‘Ross, London, No 24868’. On the bottom shoulder is a military arrow, ‘1908. No4365’. It has a twist focus which works from a spiral groove inside the eye piece . In good condition giving a good clear image when viewing. Magnification 8.5 x. The other signed ‘C.P. Goerz, Berlin’ with engraved foliate scrolls around the signature. Focussing is with lever rack and pinion. Overall length is 82 mm. It has Read More...

22 Dec

Microscope Slide Preparation Turntable Frey ca 1880

By Early Science

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Microscope Slide Preparation Turntable Frey ca 1880 Turn Tables consist of circular revolving discs embossed with concentric and arranged with a mechanism for securing the slide upon which an object is to be mounted. They are employednot only for centering the slide, object and cover glass, but also for applying the cement in circles about the mounted body and building raised cement cells, etc. 21cm X 9 cm X 10 cm.Wil be well packaged and sent by register mail. Read More...

20 Dec

~RARE and FINE ASMUS’ SIDEROSCOPE by RICHARD SITTE, BRESLAU, GERMANY (OPHTHALMIC)~

By Scientifica Opticae Inc.

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A rare and fine Asmus’ Sideroscope by Richard Sitte, Breslau, Germany c. 1900. Museum quality piece and only slightly modified as the original electromagnet obviously failed and was discarded. Wonderful mahogany/rosewood, brass and glass construction on three adjustable legs. Ophthalmic instruments/additional magnets included. This instrument was used for the magnetic detection and removal of iron and steel filings from the eye using a compass needle enclosed in a glass tube, suspended by a silken thread (intact). The downfall of the Read More...

15 Dec

A Stereo Wolf Kystoscope in original box.

By Van Leest Antiques

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A Stereo Wolf Kystoscope in original box, C 1930 with a battery handle for the lamp. Rare piece. Measurement box 34 x 13 x 5,5 cm. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

15 Dec

Anatomical prostatic model on wooden base, C 1930

By Van Leest Antiques

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A two piece Anatomical prostatic model on wooden base, C 1930. Read More...

15 Dec

A gum Catheter with solid ends

By Van Leest Antiques

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A gum Catheter with solid ends. Length 31,5 cm. Read More...

15 Dec

Boxed Urethrotome dilator / Civiale

By Van Leest Antiques

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Cased in original box with two separate knives Germany 1920. Measurements 33 x 8 x 5,5 cm. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...