[Microscope]

height 230mm. (when mounted), rectangular pillar signed "W & T Gilbert, London" with arm accepting the objective and the compound barrel, rack and pinion stage adjustment, stage, stage-mounted condensing lens, stage-mounted forceps, pillar-mounted mirror, additional objective lenses, live box, brass tweezers, two bone mounted specimen slides, all housed in a red morocco green velvet lined box (140 x 110mm.) with mount for pillar on lid and removable velvet lined tray, beneath which a manuscript "List of objects" describing a group of slides (seemingly not those present here) is loosely inserted, some wear and soiling to box, mirror has suffered some silvering

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Optical instrument makers William and Thomas Gilbert traded at 148 Leadenhall Street, London, between 1819 and 1831.