Europe, 1890-1930 | Ophthalmoscope

Europe
1890-1930
Ophthalmoscope

lacquered brass, enamelled, glass lenses, ebony, ivory
with two pivoting lenses and adjustable eyepiece, with ivory sclera and painted iris
18.5cm. high; 7 1/4 in.

Condition Report:
Chips to enamel. A crack and a bruise to the cornea. Pitting to main chamber. Columnar support with losses to lacquered surface. The base with painted number 134V.

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