Victorian Microscopy Candlelight Shade in Original Case by M Pillischer of London winter pattern electrostatic machine the subject of standards within

the subject of standards within the industry continued to be an issue close to Aitchison’s heart

Perhaps most pleasing is the existence of the original (and functioning) brass Fahrenheit scale thermometer with distinctive pad foot at the base and extendable hanging loop at the top

It is clear from extant examples of their work that all of these companies existed during this period but how the relationship worked in practice is at this point unknown

this more industrial focus led to the company moving out of London in 1898 to Lewisham in Kent but it continued to produce a range of instruments from meteorological to telegraphic whilst also manufacturing naval gunnery tables

The company’s 1891 catalogue continued to reference this award

Victorian Microscopy Candlelight Shade in Original Case by M Pillischer of London winter pattern electrostatic machine the subject of standards withinFor sale, a Victorian microscopy candlelight shade in original case by M Pillischer of London. Comprised in three sections, the brass two sectioned base pivots open to create a four footed stand in a cross pattern into which the pillar is screwed. The base is inscribed to the maker, Pillischer London. The brass pillar contains an inner telescopic tube to adjust the height, and a hinged joint at the end which allows the fan to be inserted and angled as