Collection Highlights
William Pitt, the Elder, First Earl of Chatham (1708-1778)
Date:
ca. 1770
Object Number:
1864.5
Medium:
Marble
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Stereoscope
Object Number:
1928.76
Date:
ca. 1858
Medium:
Wood, paper, textile, metal, ivory
Dimensions:
Overall: 7.5 x 4.5 x 4 in (19.05 x 11.43 x 10.16 cm)
Marks:
Stamped "Loyd's patent, April 5th, 1858" on back
Description:
Box-shaped stereoscope covered in faux-leather paper with two projecting lenses; box lifts on hinges and locks; foliate escutcheon; interior lined with red velvet , slots for storing stereocards; door on the back swings down on a hinge with ivory knob.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
