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American Victorian Walnut Cased Standing Magnifying Glass

$2,375
£1,803.87
€2,084.07
CA$3,328.65
A$3,725.38
CHF 1,944.36
MX$45,430.47
NOK 24,885.21
SEK 23,557.04
DKK 15,553.12
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About the Item

This large American Victorian standing magnifying glass is encased in a carved and turned walnut frame and is adjustable to height with a wooden screw set device. Made circa 1880 the wood is richly colored and has its original finish that has certain decorative turnings ebonized for dramatic effect. Optical objects such as this were used to examine art, curious objects in gentlemen's cabinets of curiosities, libraries and in medical and scientific light research. They were always expensive and costly objects and hard to find in a standing large size such as this one. The condition is excellent but with expected wear and use Dimensions 29 inches tall, 15 inches across and 9 inches in diameter 2275.00.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29 in (73.66 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The condition is very good to excellent but with expected wear and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU811317000502

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