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Large Early 19th Century Rosewood Magnifying Glass
Walton House Antiques
for sale €1,515     $1,645
£1,295
Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques

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Large Early 19th Century Rosewood Magnifying Glass

19th century
Description

A large early 19th century rosewood and brass gallery magnifying glass. English 1820

Height 43cm

Width 21cm

Depth 3cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Magnifying Glass to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1182952
Dealers Internal Reference
2353
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A large early 19th century rosewood and brass gallery magnifying glass. English 1820

Height 43cm

Width 21cm

Depth 3cm

“
All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
21cm (8.27")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Magnifying Glass to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182952
Dealers Internal Ref
2353
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting.
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Archive I An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting.

Large Early 19th Century Rosewood Magnifying Glass

Archive II An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting. View II
Archive III An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting. View III
Archive IV An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting. View IV
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
Telephone 01747 860050
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/waltonhouse
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 251
Items Sold 3,091
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Verified Since Oct 2011
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Location: Walton House Antiques, Walton Buildings, The Square, Mere, BA12 6DL, United Kingdom
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An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting.
Large Early 19th century rosewood magnifying glass
Ref: SA1182952
An early 19th-century handheld magnifying glass featuring a dark turned rosewood frame and handle joined with a brass fitting.
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FAQs

During the early 19th century, optical instruments evolved from purely scientific tools into refined personal luxury items. Handheld magnifying glasses crafted from premium hardwoods like rosewood were widely produced for private libraries, formal study desks, and natural history collectors.

These instruments typically featured thick, hand-ground glass lenses set within turned hardwood frames, most notably rosewood, mahogany, or boxwood. Brass collars and ferrules were commonly used to secure the glass frame to the carved handle.

Authentic pieces generally show subtle asymmetry from hand-turning techniques, natural wear on the handle surface, and oxidisation on brass fittings. Lenses may exhibit slight distortion, minute air bubbles, or faint surface scratches consistent with historical glass production.

Place the object atop a stack of vintage hardcover books on a side table, or position it alongside brass desk accessories on a mahogany writing table to add depth and historical character to a workspace.

Dust the wood handle gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a neutral beeswax polish sparingly to maintain the finish. Clean the glass lens using a dry, lint-free cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals that could seep into the wooden frame.
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