Antique Optometrist Trial Lens Set in Fitted Wooden Carrying Case c.1890-1920
$385
ABOUT
An antique optometrist eye testing kit housed in its original wooden case with brass corners, lock and solid brass handle. The removable interior wooden tray is lined in burgundy velvet neatly organized into slotted compartments with stamped gold embossed names and measurement guides on the leather. The tray holds an extensive collection of precision-ground glass testing lenses in both brass-toned and silver-toned metal rims—including spherical, cylindrical, and prism lenses—alongside specialty optical testing accessories along the back row. Script lens number engraved on the handles of each.
- CREATOR Unknown.
- DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1890
- MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood, Brass, Optical glass, Velvet.
- CONDITION Good. Age consistent with age and use. New brown velvet added to the interior. Small leather handle tabs on each side missing.
- DIMENSIONS H 2.75 in. x W 22.25 in. x D 14.25 in.
HISTORY
Unknown.
