Pair of tortoiseshell spectacles with blue lenses

Pair of tortoiseshell framed spectacles

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Pair of tortoiseshell framed spectacles
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Pair of tortoiseshell framed spectacles, D-shaped lens frames with hinged extra filter holders, both fitted with blue tinted glass (non-corrective, may be artist aid) and double folding arms with textile securing strap, unsigned, British, 1838-1870. Supplied by C. W. Dixey and Son, London, England.

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
2000-831/16
Materials:
tortoiseshell, steel (metal), textile and glass
Measurements:
overall (closed): 15 mm x 120 mm x 35 mm,
overall (open): 35 mm x 120 mm x 170 mm, Wt. 0.027kg
type:
spectacles