The Art of Discovery Part 1
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Lot 168
Dutch Cuff-Type Brass Compound Microscope, Unsigned, ca. 1780
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
A Dutch Cuff-Type Brass Compound Microscope, , ca. 1780,
Unsigned. On a square mahogany base with fitted drawer, with four objectives, spring stage fish plate, live box, stage forceps, watch glass.
Contained in a fitted pyramidal mahogany box.
Box dimensions: H: 14 1/2 x W: 6 x D: 6 in.
Lacking key. Surface wear and scratches to box. Ink notations to inside of box. Wear is consistent with age and use. All lots have imperfections or the effects of aging. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.
Unsigned. On a square mahogany base with fitted drawer, with four objectives, spring stage fish plate, live box, stage forceps, watch glass.
Contained in a fitted pyramidal mahogany box.
Box dimensions: H: 14 1/2 x W: 6 x D: 6 in.
Condition
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AFIP, Cass. Exhibited at Dittrick Museum. From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.
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