I’ve always wanted to be the kind of person who can go into a second hand store and score an amazing piece. Sadly, when I go into these stores, I’m overwhelmed not by the amazing furniture, but by the amazing smells. My visits tend to end with swift exits and held breath.
So I love when I come upon places like Agent Gallery in Chicago, where they curate the objects, and the chances of retrieving something neat are much higher. As a boon, I can sit in the comfort of my own home and shop without musty/moldy smells.
I have a love for old machines and curiosities. I have no idea what the machines above do, but aren’t they pretty?
Curiosities like these are always more enjoyable with a background story, though. I have a feeling my girlfriend (a total science geek) might like the spectrometer above. It’s fascinating to think how all the things they do on CSI were done when they had to use machines like these.
And if you are or know a cigar aficionado, you’ll probably love this cigar press. There are even some cigars still in the press.
If, however, you’re more into something a bit creepy, perhaps you should check out this set of glass eyes or practice dental models. (shiver)
[via A Continuous Lean]
