Antique brass Culpeper type microscope with mahogany case, ~1780-1800

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Seller: ygoren111 ✉️ (1,175) 100%, Location: Tel Aviv, IL, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 162366673933 Antique brass Culpeper type microscope with mahogany case, ~1780-1800.

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Offered for sale is a nice unsigned late 18th or very early 19th century Culpeper type microscope in a typical mahogany pyramidal case. 

Model history : Between the years of 1725 and 1730, British microscope designer and maker Edmund Culpeper produced what was to become a very popular microscope type. His design had a double tripod base, the lower level of which had a mirror to illuminate specimens on the upper level. In reality, it is clear today that Culpeper did not entirely produce his microscopes. Like many 18th century manufacturers, he probably acquired them by outsourcing their parts to numerous workshop and then retailing them under his name (which only appeared as trade cards glued to the inner parts of their pyramidal cases). The design was quickly copied by numerous makers and enjoyed immense popularity throughout the 18th century.

In some ways, the Culpeper microscope was a step back in microscope design, as the upright aspect was difficult to use and illuminate and their optical performance was mediocre at best. However, the Culpeper type microscope was simple to construct and not exceptionally costly. Therefore, it opened up the world of microscopy to a larger audience. 

This later model of the Culpeper type microscope was made c. 1780-1800.   It is unsigned, but the quality suggests a major instrument maker.  

Accessories and condition : Please refer to the photos for more details. The brass still retains most of its original lacquering. The optics are clear and seem to function well. The rack and pinion is complete and functioning smoothly.  The case is in good condition for the age, with a hairline crack in the back side. The accessory drawer contains five numbered objectives, stage forceps, brass pincers, live-box, Bonanni spring-loaded slide holder, lieberkuhn reflector, fish-plate (no ribbons), brass wet-cell inner part and four bone sliders, but no bullseye. 

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