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Circa 1890 French Satinwood Concave Distortion Mirror Viewer Scientific

$375.55
£275
€323.43
CA$515.27
A$575.72
CHF 301.17
MX$7,060.22
NOK 3,848.35
SEK 3,649.25
DKK 2,413.91
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About the Item

Circa 1890 French concave mirror card viewer, all constructed of French polished light wood, with ebonised stained elements. Sliding card holder, hinged handle and mirror. In particularly good condition and of very good quality. pitting and foxing to the mirror plate 12.5cm diameter of mirror 25cm in length (two doweled pins)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Diameter: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612142199232

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