microscope
Object NameCuff-type Microscope with Accessories
Made FromBrass, Mirror, Glass, Cork, Bone, Wood, Velvet, Ribbon
Dateabout 1775-1799
Place MadeEngland
TechniqueRolled, extruded, ground, polished, assembled
Size(ab) Cuff-type Microscope with Base H: 34 cm, W: 16.6 cm, D: 16.1 cm; (k) Case H: 47.2 cm, W: 19.8 cm, D: 19.8 cm
Accession Number2019.8.23
Curatorial Area(s)
Not On View
Physical DescriptionCuff-type Microscope with Accessories. Rolled, extruded brass; speculum mirror; ground, polished glass, bovine bone. (a) Brass mount with adjustable substage mirror fixed on wood base with slot to hold a drawer. (b) Drawer with custom interior partially lined with green velvet. (c) Cuff-type microscope with stage and adjustable body tube. (d) Stage forceps. (e) Cylindrical bovine bone tip protector. (f) Circular glass lens in brass frame. (g) Brass specimen tray/fish plate with green ribbon. (h) Brass tweezers. (i) Colorless glass vial with cork stopper. (j) Silver fishing lure in the shape of a fish (missing hooks). (k) Custom wood case partially lined with green velvet. (l) Bottom drawer for custom case, lined with green velvet. (m) Key.Provenance
Source
Dr. Tomas Camacho
- 2019-12-13
From the collection of Tomas Camacho and Estrella Pallas of Spain. The complete collection includes an outstanding variety of examples; those sold at auction in this sale reflect this diversity. The auction was held in Paris.
From the collection of Tomas Camacho and Estrella Pallas of Spain. The complete collection includes an outstanding variety of examples; those sold at auction in this sale reflect this diversity. The auction was held in Paris.
Source
Estrella Pallas
- 2019-12-13
From the collection of Tomas Camacho and Estrella Pallas of Spain. The complete collection includes an outstanding variety of examples; those sold at auction in this sale reflect this diversity. The auction was held in Paris.
From the collection of Tomas Camacho and Estrella Pallas of Spain. The complete collection includes an outstanding variety of examples; those sold at auction in this sale reflect this diversity. The auction was held in Paris.
Source
Artcurial SAS
- 2019-12-13
about 1870
1725-1750
about 1850