Culpeper type microscope

Big compound Culpeper Type microscope C.1800 in a pyramidal mahogany case. It has a drawer which contains accessories.

  • Five objectives, cone diaphragm, ivory slides…
  • One top is a tripod composed of double scrolled legs that slot into a circular stage plate.  Several constructional features of this microscope resemble the Dollond microscope.

 

 

 

Description

Big compound Culpeper Type microscope C.1800 in a pyramidal mahogany case. It has a drawer with accessories including five objectives, cone diaphragm, ivory slides…
One top is a tripod with double legs that slot into a circular stage plate.  Several constructional features of this microscope resemble the Dollond microscope. More antique scientific instruments here.