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Object NameDissection Microscope with Accessories
Manufacturer Nachet & Fils (f. 1839)
Made FromBrass, Glass, Mirror, Wood, Velvet
Date1856-1886
Place MadeFrance, Paris
TechniqueRolled, extruded, ground, polished, assembled
Size(a) Dissection Microscope H: 11.5 cm W: 14.5 cm, D: 9.2 cm; (d) Custom Case H: 30.2 cm, W: 22.5 cm, D: 12.8 cm
Accession Number2019.8.25
Not On View
Physical DescriptionDissection Microscope with Accessories. Rolled, extruded brass; ground, polished glass. (a) Three-legged brass dissection microscope with swivel substage mirror and adjustable arm. (b) Brass specimen plate with small glass lens. (c) Glass slide with C-shaped reservoir mounted vertically on wooden stand. (d) Custom wood case lined with red velvet. (e) Key.
Provenance
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.
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.
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