Multi-magnifying optician's set

Side view of an optician's set showing the various lenses. Side view of an optician's set showing the various lenses. Top view of an optician's set showing it folded. Underside view of an optician's set showing it folded. Side view of an optician's set showing it folded. Side view of an optician's set showing it folded.
Side view of an optician's set showing the various lenses. Side view of an optician's set showing the various lenses. Top view of an optician's set showing it folded. Underside view of an optician's set showing it folded. Side view of an optician's set showing it folded. Side view of an optician's set showing it folded.

Description

A multi-magnifying optician's set, in dark brown buffalo horn. It originally comprised 7 spectacles but two are now missing. The glasses fold into brass sections. English, 19th century. This natural plastic item forms part of the Worshipful Company of Horners collection.
Designers & Manufacturers
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Manufacturer

Object number

WCHL : 338C

Date

1800 - 1899 (circa)

Country

Dimensions
Width
115mm
Height
37mm
Depth
35mm

Colour