A magnificent, complete Edwardian brass compound microscope by Otto Seibert of Wetzlar, Germany and retailed by the prestigious high-street opticians J. Robinson & Sons of 172 Regent Street, London, this instrument represents a brilliant merging of precision engineering and aesthetic beauty.
In wonderful, functional condition, this set includes its original brass-cased objective lenses, standalone bullseye condenser lamp, slide preparation tools, and a boxed collection of glass specimen slides. The rich patinated brass components contrast striking black-enameled ironwork, resting securely on a heavy polished wood base bearing the original celluloid retailer plaque.
Whether you are an established collector of antique medical apparatus, a fan of dark academia decor, or looking for a phenomenal statement piece for your study or library, this complete scientific kit is ready to display and admire.
Features & Condition:
Period: Edwardian (c. 1900–1910).
Condition: Excellent working and cosmetic condition with light, authentic age-related patina to the brass. Mechanically smooth focusing and adjustments.
Inclusions: Microscope stand, multiple lenses in brass canisters, adjustable bullseye condenser, slide collection box, and tools.
This is a comprehensive, fully accessorised compound microscope outfit, complete with:
The Main Microscope Stand: Heavy brass and black-enameled cast iron "horseshoe" base, featuring a jointed limb for tilting the body tube, coarse and fine focusing adjustment knobs, a fixed square stage, and an under-stage sub-stage condenser/diaphragm assembly.
Optical System: Brass draw-tube and body housing multiple interchangeable objectives housed in protective brass canisters with screw-down lids.
Illumination: Separate adjustable bullseye condensing lens on a weighted brass stand for focusing light onto the stage, supplemented by a pivoting flat/concave mirror beneath the stage.
Accessories: A slide-locking stage mechanical substage clip, specialised preparation tools (tweezers/needle tools mounted in brass barrels), and a dedicated sliding wooden box containing glass specimen slides.
Enclosure: Original dovetailed mahogany carrying case with a brass handle and original key.
The case measures 22.5 x 19.2 x 15cm (8.86" x 7.56" x 5.9"). Once assembled the microscope stands 33cm (13") high.
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