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An English Brass Culpepper-Type Microscope
Estimate: $1,000-$1,500
Sold
$1,800
Live Auction
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description
An English Brass Culpepper-Type Microscope
George Adams, London, 18th Century
with draw-tube focusing, the circular stage signed G. Adams, London, the case with a drawer in the base containing objectives, stage forceps, live-box, fish plate and others.
Height 10 inches. 
Property from a Private Collector, Lincolnwood, Illinois
Condition
Height of case 13 inches. 
Lacquer in good, stable condition, rubbing to top draw tube and stage consistent with handing and use. The case with a loose back pane, would be easily fixed. Additional images available upon request.