Collinge Antiques

Description

Rare Georgian period mahogany Zograscope c.1800. Used for the viewing stereoscopic or perspective prints which would be laid flat on a table. The image would then be viewed via the angled mirror and magnifying lens which would give the sensation of depth to the scene. Could be used now as very effective make up mirror. Excellent example of the form with a 5½” x 7½” mirror plate within a mahogany frame with fine inlaid detail. Adjustable on a turned mahogany yoke with ball finials and brass tightening screws. 4″ circular lens within an inlaid mahogany surround which can be folded over the mirror to provide significant magnification of the reflection. Mirror and lens are hight adjustable on a crisp turned mahogany column and base which is weighted with lead for extra stability. Superb original condition, cleaned and waxed in our workshops.
Dimensions: width 10″, depth at base 7″, height 24″-30″.
Please contact us for more images, delivery and shipping quotes. Alternatively you are welcome to view and collect at our large warehouse showroom in Llandudno Junction, North Wales (approximately 45mins from Chester). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture of all types and have twice been shortlisted for the Home and Antiques Magazine Antique Shop of the Year Award. 01492 580022.