Cased Brass Gould-type Microscope and Compendium

Description:

Cased Brass Gould-type Microscope and Compendium, London, mid-19th century, with flat-folding tripod base marked Tuther, 221 Holborn, London, circular pillar with compass joint supporting square arm with conical body, stage, and concave mirror, all in a wooden box with additional objectives, bull's-eye condenser, stage mounted forceps, and live box.
Estimate $800-1,200

Some lacquer losses. the fitted box is a 20th century reproduction.

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