Large wooden stereoscope
Category
Photographic technology
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood, Metal, Glass
Measurements
490 x 300 x 320 mm
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Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1524988
Summary
Large stereoscope with polished walnut body, endless band to hold 100 stereo pairs, 3.5" x 7", which can be turned by the two carved wooden knobs on the side. Double pair of prismatic viewing lenses, sliding focusing hinged lid with mirrors.
Provenance
Part of the Fenton Collection. A gift from British Film Institute in 2017. From 1986-1999, part of BFI collection for the Museum of the Moving Image. BFI purchased collection in 1986 from James Fenton's Museum of Photography, Port Erin, Isle of Man 1976-1986.