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Antique Optometrist's Skiascope, French, Ebony, Optical Instrument, Victorian

$458.48
£339
€401.35
CA$633.89
A$710.07
CHF 372.95
MX$8,634.18
NOK 4,722.80
SEK 4,483.20
DKK 2,995.45

About the Item

This is an antique optometrist's skiascope rack. A French, ebony and glass optical instrument, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Fascinating instrument following the mid 19th century H. Parent principle Displays a desirable aged patina throughout Tactile ebony body presents dark hues with shaped edges Twenty four glass diopters, each in very good order Each rack with a plus or minus magnification from 0.50 to 10 Maker's marks to either side of handle for Giroux of Paris This is a superb antique optometrists skiascope rack, offering fascination for collectors of ophthalmic interest. Delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Max width: 6.5cm (2.5'') Max depth: 0.5cm (.25'') Max height: 42cm (16.5'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.81361stDibs: LU2645327066222

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