Prism part of turret type tent camera obscura

Made:
1840-1860 in London
maker:
Newton and Company Limited
prism part of turret type tent camera obscura, by Newton & Co

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prism part of turret type tent camera obscura, by Newton & Co
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prism part of turret type tent camera obscura, by Newton & Co., 3 Fleet Street, London, England, mid 19th century.

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1907-93
Materials:
metal (unknown), copper (alloy), brass (copper, zinc alloy) and glass
Measurements:
overall: 175 mm x 100 mm x 80 mm, , .565kg
type:
instrument component, optical drawing aid - camera obscura and erecting prism
credit:
J.C. Stevens (Auction Sales)