£750
An English brass Culpeper microscope, Bleuler London, early 19th c, the body tube and stand on three scroll supports, circular stage with engraved signature, on square mahogany base with mirror in U-shaped bracket and drawer containing several objective lenses and accessories, 38cm h, in mahogany pyramidal box
Rack work inoperative; losses, much encrusted with old dirt and dust, unrestored. The case in the same condition, retaining the original handle, hinges and lock, the original glue perished and evidence of later glue repair, fine old dry colour and patina
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