15th Feb, 2023 9:30

The Collectors Sale

 
  Lot 52
 

An Early Example of Becks Achromatic Stereoscope

c.1860, engraved to the front plate 'Smith Beck & Beck, London 112' constructed of french polished mahogany with rack and pinion focusing to the two achromatic stereo eyepieces, lid with mirror to underside, no case or box

Note: this stereoscope has one of the earliest serial numbers, 112, we have seen

Sold for £225

Result plus buyers premium


 

c.1860, engraved to the front plate 'Smith Beck & Beck, London 112' constructed of french polished mahogany with rack and pinion focusing to the two achromatic stereo eyepieces, lid with mirror to underside, no case or box

Note: this stereoscope has one of the earliest serial numbers, 112, we have seen

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