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This is an antique optometrist's skiascope rack. A French, ebony and glass optical instrument, dating to the late Victorian period, …
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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'')
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- Dimensions
- 2.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 16.5ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ebony
- Glass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ebony
- Condition Notes
- Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less
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