Claude Lorrain Mirror of black glass (c.1750-70)

Made:
1750-1770 in Europe
maker:
Unknown

Claude Lorrain Mirror of black glass (c.1750-70), round, in sharkskin case

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1993-1223
Materials:
glass and skin (animal)
Measurements:
overall: 128 mm,
glass: 14 mm, 133 mm,
type:
optical drawing aid - claude glass
credit:
National Maritime Museum

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