In addition to the Gallery in Milan, opened in 1999, Antik Arte & Scienza has also had a channel for online sales: on this site it is possible to buy, in fact, nautical antiques, astronomical instruments, globes and antique world maps, antique compasses, measuring instruments, vintage medical instruments and related to natural history. We know how it is important to offer secure and easy on-line purchases and therefore we have decided to offer free shipping and free insurance. All objects have an accurate and safe packaging, and when necessary also a padded wooden box made to measure. Shipping is insured by Lloyd's London, and you have 28 days to change your mind and return the bought items (see our general selling conditions for more information about return methods).
1761061412Code 8275 Astronomical TelescopeA ground-mounted, round-section brass astronomical telescope with two rack-and-pinion focusing and a finderscope. It comes with a wooden tripod and a wooden case containing the optical components.
Signed by Edmund Wheeler, London, end-19th century.
Good condition, the brass tube with the optical components is reinforced and fully functional.
Dimensions: telescope length 134 cm - 52.7 in, focal length 8 cm - 3.2 in, tripod height 163 cm - 64 in.
1791638500Code 8626 Terrestrial GlobeTerrestrial globe published by Räth (Räths Politischer Erdglobus), designed and drafted by Prof. Arthur Krause in the 1930s.
Complete papier-mâché sphere; turned wooden base featuring an integrated compass.
Good condition; excellent legibility.
Dimensions: 11 x 28 cm (4.3 x 11 in).
1791472410Code 8590 Travel CompassA small brass travel compass—issued to U.S. Army officers during World War I—featuring a round, pocket-watch-style design and a magnetic needle that rotates freely on a horizontal plane to indicate magnetic North.
The initials "U.S." are engraved on the lid.
The compass features a lid that opens via a button located within the suspension ring; closing the lid engages a mechanism that locks the needle in place to protect it from movement.
In good working condition.
Dimensions: 4.5 x 0.8 cm (1.8 x 0.4 in).
Chain length: 31.5 cm (12.3 in).
1791472731Code 8609 Handeb CompassA 1930s one-handed brass and steel compass signed "W & HC" and made in England; this is a fixed-point marine compass featuring a brass body and steel points, used for calculating courses and distances on nautical charts during navigation.
Good condition. Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 15 cm (2.4 x 0.4 x 5.9 in).
The ring-shaped top allows the user to hold the compass and adjust its spread using the fingers of a single hand.
1785405704Code Gufo Eagle OwlDecorative element depicting an eagle owl perched on a branch, carefully sculpted with attention to detail, including both the plumage and features of the bird of prey.
It is a section of a carved deer antler, worked with fretwork, a typical Alpine hunting technique, End XIX Century.
The back of the object is smooth and flat.
Good condition.
Dimensions: 5.5 x 6.1 x 1 cm - 2.2 x 2.4 x 0.4 in.
1778944582Code R574 First-Class Menu REXFirst-class menu of the REX transatlantic liner, September 21, 1934. Cover by Edina Altara and Vittorio Accornero, depicting Capri. Published by Alfieri & Lacroix. Good condition. Dimensions: 19 x 25 cm – 7.5 x 9.7 in.
1791475730Code 8505d Scale Model TailA spruce wood scale model of the vertical tail’s rudder—designed for aerodynamic testing—representing the Caproni Ca.310 *Libeccio* twin-engine reconnaissance aircraft (designed by engineer Cesare Pallavicino). The model was precision-crafted by the company’s master aeronautical model makers and used for fluid-dynamic experiments in the wind tunnel at the Caproni plant in Taliedo. Its fork-shaped iron mount was attached to the dynamometer inside the test chamber.
The model originates from the aerodynamic laboratory established by Caproni at the Taliedo workshops in Milan—a state-of-the-art facility for its time, featuring a closed-circuit wind tunnel powered by high-performance electric fans and equipped with ultra-precise aerodynamic balances. The facility was created by engineer Gianni Caproni to refine fluid dynamics and reduce aircraft drag prior to mass production.
Mounted on a custom-made metal and brass base.
Good condition.
Dimensions including base: 20 x 3 x 62.5 cm (8 x 1.3 x 24.6 in).
1791476478Code 8600 AnemometerChrome-plated brass anemometer signed "R. F. 10161 Made in France," dating to the second half of the 19th century; complete with its original leather-covered wooden case featuring metal hinges, a clasp, and a handle. In good condition and fully functional.
Case dimensions: 20.7 x 11 x 7.8 cm (8.3 x 4.4 x 3 in).
1776874380Code 8482a Aneroid BarometerBrass aneroid barometer mounted on a black painted wooden base with brass feet and handle.
Late 19th century Italian manufacture.
Good condition.
Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.8 x 10.5 cm – 3.4 x 1.8 x 4.2 in.
1776260256Code 8463 HammerA metric reflex hammer, English manufacture from the 1950s, a medical instrument used by doctors to test tendon reflexes during a neurological examination.
It consists of a rubber head mounted on a chromed steel handle and is balanced to allow for a precise and painless strike.
Good condition.
Dimensions: 5 x 2 x 19.5 cm – 2 x 0.7 x 7.7 in
1791474902Code 8685d Fossil AmmoniteA cross-section of a fossil ammonite from the desert of Madagascar, in a good state of preservation; during the fossilization process, its chambers became filled with calcite crystals displaying warm amber hues. It is mounted on a custom-made iron and brass base. Good condition. Ammonite dimensions: 24 x 6 x 19 cm (9.5 x 2.4 x 7.5 in). It dates back to the Jurassic period (150–170 million years ago)—the second period of the Mesozoic Era—which was characterized by a marine transgression that transformed Europe into a vast archipelago. The ensuing warm climate fostered the development of cycads and conifers; regarding fauna, ammonites are of particular stratigraphic importance. They derive their name from the Egyptian god Ammon, owing to the shell’s characteristic spiral shape, which resembles a twisted horn.
Do you provide an authenticity certificate/expertise?
Of course! The legislative decree n. 42/2004 stipulates that who sells works of art or historical and archaeological items has the obligation to deliver to the purchaser the documents attesting to the authenticity of the object, or at least to submit the documents relating to the probable attribution and origin. Antik Arte & Scienza provides an expertise (as warranty) that contains a description, period and assignment or the author, if known, of the item.
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What are the shipping terms and the delivery schedule?
Shipping by DHL or UPS is free (but if we are shipping to a country non-EU remember that any taxes and customs duties are on your expense), and items will be sent just after receiving of payment. Italy: delivering on the average in 24 h.
Europe: delivering on the average in 2/3 weekdays.
Other countries: delivering on the average in 5 weekdays; custom duties charged to the buyer.
Is shipping insured?
Of course! Free insurance by Lloyd's London that covers almost all destinations.
If I change my mind, can I return the item?
Of course! (see our general terms for more information).
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