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Antique German anatomical model of the head by Bock-Steger

Antique German anatomical model of the head, by Franz Josef Steger after a design of Carl Ernst Bock (1805–1874), from the late 1800’s. Hand painted plaster, accurately shows the muscles and arteries in detailed vivid colors. Som old restorations, mainly to the black base (the lower right corner that in the past had the maker label, has been reconstructed) and now in very good condition. Measurement are 33,5 x 24,5 cm Read More...

Somso Brain models of Vertebrates, C 1920.

Brain Models of Vertebrates of Ziegler’s series based on the work of Prof. Dr. A. Wiedersheim” is a classic comparative zoology teaching set originally derived from the anatomical work of Robert Wiedersheim, a prominent German comparative anatomist known for his studies of vertebrate morphology. Dog (Canis familiaris) Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) Domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica) American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) Frog (Rana esculenta)Dog (Canis familiaris) Trout (Salmo trutta fario) Small-spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) River lamprey (Petromyzon/Lampetra fluviatilis) The model set contains enlarged brain models representing eight vertebrates arranged to Read More...

Brendel Lilium Martagon No 75 model.

A beautiful anatomical flower model by Brendel of the Lily of circa 1890-1900. This model was described in the Brendel catalogue as Lilium Martagon and the bright original colours preserved very well. It is a three times enlarged botanical model made of various materials to depict the natural properties of the flower. The ovary is halved crosswise and has to be removed with a pistil. The top sheet shows a tear. The lilium model arises from a ebonized turned Read More...

Ranunclus or buttercup by R. Brendel, C 1890.

The ranunclus  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. Read More...

Unusual C1850 Cased Set of Drug Bottles

A unusual set of four drug jars in a marbelized-card case. Dimensions closed: 8″ x 4″ x 2.5″. This was bought from a source in Germany.  Can’t make sense of he Latin label. The bottles are typical of drug jars produced in Europe during the mddle of the last century. The tin cup that sit over each bottle is not a stopper but rather a measure. Each of the four bottles orginally had a cork that has long since Read More...

C1800 WORKING COMPASS SUNDIAL by JOHANN SCHRETTEGGER IN AUGSBURG WITH ITS CASE

COMPASS AND SUNDIAL ALL IN GOOD CONDITION,  THE CASE WHICH IS COMPLETE IS RATHER TATTY, PLEASE SEE PHOTOS. ORIGINAL PAPER WORK ENCLOSED , SEE PHOTOS. Read More...

~RARE GERMAN? CAPITAL/TENON SAW-18th CENTURY~

Probably German in origin (Otto-type) constructed from a pleasing combination of lignum vitae wood, brass and steel. 10 inch (25cm.) tenon blade with minor pitting but NO missing teeth, screwed rather than pinned to the squared (almost rectangular) bow frame. The blade tension is controlled by a brass 4 sided adjuster that would have used a round steel key. The highly stylised lignum vitae handle (almost perfectly divided into heart wood and sap wood sides) is attached to the steel Read More...

~DOMED FLOATING CARD COMPASS/SUNDIAL~

Probably German, Stockert pattern domed floating B/W card compass/sundial in turned walnut case with threaded lid. c.1800. 2 cm. tall and 5 cm. in diameter, this very fine example has domed glass, 16 cardinal points, dual hour ring and simple brass gnomen. Hard to measure the angle of declination but  close to 45 degrees. Perfect condition. Delighful machining of wood. Still points North. Paper dial has a maker mark but not identifiable.  Read More...

Human anatomical eye model, C 1920

A horizontal cut, papier-mache, plaster and glass, model of the human eyeball on wooden base C 1920. The dissectable parts are: upper half of the sclera with eyemuscle attachements, lower half on the base, choroid with iris and retina, cornea and vitreous humour. All hand painted in great detail. In good condition with measurements: 22 x 18 x 19cm height. Look for shop information on www.vanleestantiques.com Read More...

~UNUSUAL RADIO-COMPASS-SNOW-WORLD MAP c.1900~

A patented SNOW Radio-Kompass (for locating broadcasting stations) with world time zones/cities and working compass. Brass compass on a 6 inch (15 cm.) mahogany plinth with knurled knob to rotate the world map surmounted by a magnetic needle (working). The dial is divided in two ranges of 12 hours (day and night), each being itself divided into two sectors, a white one from 0-6 hours and a black one from 6 to 12 hours (time zones). European city names are Read More...

Small flat silver ruler with cut ends made in Germany circa 1600

Small flat silver ruler with cut ends and a button-shaped grip in the centre. The top is engraved with a decoration of curled acanthus leaves and the back is plain. One end features a small heart-shaped window. Note: a similar model can be found in the Dresden Museum (photos on request). Dimension: length of 11,4 cm. Germany made circa 1600.    Read More...

Antique Lens by Ross, London – Zeiss Convertible Antistigmat. with Iris & Case

Offered for sale is a very high quality antique brass lens assembly marked as under:   Ross, London Zeiss Convertible Antistigmat. 8 inchWith adjustment Zeiss patent end lenses 9 inch No. 2938 & 14 inch No. 2883   The function of the lens is not known with certainty but it’s likely to be from an antique Victorian-era plate-type camera, so it’s untested but hopefully will be of interest to collectors.  The iris moves OK, as does the adjustment collar. The item will be well wrapped for Read More...