Combination of 3 prisms to show achromatism

Made:
1872 in London
maker:
William Ladd
Combination of 3 prisms to show achromatism, by William Ladd

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Combination of 3 prisms to show achromatism, by William Ladd
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Combination of 3 prisms to show achromatism, by William Ladd, London, c. 1872. Prisms mounted on pillar with modern wooden mahogany stand made by \Museum workshops

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1872-14
Materials:
copper (alloy), glass, wood (unidentified) and mahogany (wood)
Measurements:
overall: 350 mm x x , 125 mm, .545kg
type:
optical demonstration equipment
credit:
Ladd, W.