Diaphanization of a mouse - Mus musculus

Biological preparation

The aim of diaphanization is to render the tissues transparent through a chemical process, and specific dyes are used to highlight the skeleton.

You can see the bones through the skin!

Antique bronze pine cone candle snuffer from the 19th century

Also known as a candle extinguisher.

Originally used to extinguish smokeless candles.

Antique bronze pine cone candle snuffer from the 19th century.

Also known as a candle extinguisher.

Originally used to extinguish smokeless candles.

Large brass candlestick - Candleholder

Early 20th century

Height 38cm

Tripod candlestick with lion paws

Brass and bronze candleholder

Late 19th century - Early 20th century

Please note that the candle holder leans slightly, see photos

Bi-Carbonate de Soude - Sodium bicarbonate

Antique cardboard pharmacy box

Beautiful typography typical of the Belle Époque: circa 1910-1920

Metal box of breath mints with cocaine

Box of Dr BENGUE Dragees

1920's

It is recommended to suck 8 to 10 lozenges per day, allowing them to melt in the mouth... 

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Metal box of breath mints with cocaine

Box of Dr BENGUE Dragees

1920's

It is recommended to suck 8 to 10 lozenges per day, allowing them to melt in the mouth... 

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Pure Vaseline Box

Antique tin pharmacy box for ointment - Circa 1900

No longer opens - Beautiful patina: see photos

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