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Object NameCuff-type Microscope with Accessories
Made FromBrass, Mirror, Glass, Cork, Bone, Wood, Velvet, Ribbon
Dateabout 1775-1799
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
Place Made
England
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.
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