Large demonstration kaleidoscope on mahogany stand

Made:
1840-1860
Large demonstration kaleidoscope on mahogany stand, unsigned

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Large demonstration kaleidoscope on mahogany stand, unsigned
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Large demonstration kaleidoscope on mahogany stand, unsigned, mid 19th century, mirrors inclined at 60 degrees to give triangular patterns.

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1985-2214/29
Materials:
mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy), glass, leather, gilding and paper
Measurements:
overall: 690 mm x 430 mm x 330 mm, , 5.17kg
type:
kaleidoscope
credit:
National Maritime Museum