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Decorative Scientific Concave Mercury Mirror Maroon Leather Ebony

$227.13
£165
€193.97
CA$314.20
A$346.27
CHF 181.28
MX$4,253.24
NOK 2,277.84
SEK 2,131.88
DKK 1,448.28

About the Item

A unusual scientific mirror, French in origin circa 1880 The mirror is mercury, with age related oxidization and pitting to the plate. Encased in a maroon leather frame with embossed trim. The handle is turned ebony, with a silver stem. One side of the mirror is magnified, with the other being standard Measures: 16cm in length 6cm in diameter.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Diameter: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612114449221

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