A Stereo Graphoscope.
Category
Photographic technology
Date
1860 - 1890
Materials
Mahogany, Brass, Glass
Measurements
350 x 150 x 290 mm
Collection
Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1525650
Summary
A Stereo Graphoscope. The polished wooden unit may be set at three different angles using the internal prop settings. Slides may be observed through a single lens or, for stereo pairs, through a pir of eyepieces. Focus is varied by variying the position of the vieving screen along the baseboard. The complete unit is polished mahogany with brass fittings. There are no markings to identify the mnufacturer, but it is similar to one made by Abraham & Co in Liverpool.