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Pair of 19th Century Concave & Convex Distortion Scientific Mirrors
$1,220.73List Priceper set
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1840
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minimal surface wear to the original glass, heavy pitting and oxidising to mirror plates, thus giving a ghostly atmospheric reflection. Oak frames are solid, with age related patina.
- Seller Location:Lowestoft, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4612115523431
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