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Object NameSimple Microscope with Lieberkuhn Mirror
Made FromWood, Brass, Glass
Dateabout 1825
Place MadeEngland
TechniqueTurned, ground, polished, assembled
Size(a) Simple Microscope H: 21.1 cm, W: 2.5 cm, D: 2.1 cm; (b): Case H: 5 cm, W: 24.8 cm, D: 6 cm
Accession Number2019.8.17
Not On View
Physical DescriptionSimple Microscope with Lieberkuhn Mirror. Turned wood, brass; ground, polished glass. (a) Small glass lens set within wide concave brass frame with adjustable brass forceps and wood handle. (b) Custom modern mahogany lidded box.
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.
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.
Source Artcurial SAS - 2019-12-13
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