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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.
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.
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.