microscope
Object NameSimple Botanical Microscope with Stage Forceps
Made FromBrass, Glass, Mirror
Date1776
Place MadeEngland
TechniqueRolled, blown, assembled
Size(a) Simple Botanical Microscope H: 8.9 cm, Diam (max): 3.9 cm; (cd) Case H: 9.3 cm, Diam (max): 4.8 cm
Accession Number2019.8.21
Curatorial Area(s)
Not On View
Physical DescriptionSimple Botanical Microscope with Stage Forceps. Rolled brass, blown glass. (a) Three-tiered cylindrical brass botanical microscope with glass lenses in top two tiers and swivel substage mirror between middle and bottom tier. Small circular cut out in center tier to hold accessory. (b) Brass stage forceps. (cd) Cylindrical lidded custom case.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
Artcurial SAS
- 2019-12-13
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.
1776
about 1600 (the door possibly with later alterations)
