24th May, 2023 12:00

Fine Instruments of Science, Medicine and Books

 
  Lot 10
 

Unusual Optical Compendium

English early 19th century, unsigned, constructed of gilt brass, the instrument can be used as an insectoscope or fleaglass microscope, with a lens focusing on a spike, and as a flys eye viewer, 3cm diameter

Sold for £225

Result plus buyers premium


 

English early 19th century, unsigned, constructed of gilt brass, the instrument can be used as an insectoscope or fleaglass microscope, with a lens focusing on a spike, and as a flys eye viewer, 3cm diameter

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