Museum Collections
Luce Center
Magnifying glass and case
Object Number:
Z.1544a-c
Date:
1800-1830
Medium:
Glass, metal; leather, paper
Dimensions:
Overall: 1/8 x 2 x 4 1/2 in. ( 0.3 x 5.1 x 11.4 cm )
Description:
Magnifying glass with circular lens and two-part metal handle with scrolled ends; two parts of handles secured with wire at base; red shaped paper case with embossed design on one side; case lined with German newspaper.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.