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A 19th Century Graphoscope or Magnifying Device
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A 19th Century Graphoscope or Magnifying Device

19th century
Sold 22 June 2025 · Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Description

Circa 1880.

A three tiered graphoscope, in finely figured Amboyna with Satin wood interior including adjustable pop up photo/card holder with bone finials. Embossed internally "marque de fabrique".

27cm wide x 17cm deep x 8cm High.

The graphoscope: A 19th-century device used to enhance the viewing experience and based on a 1864 patent of Charles John Rowsell.

Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique Wood Graphoscope to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1101054
Dealers Internal Reference
23319
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Description
Circa 1880.

A three tiered graphoscope, in finely figured Amboyna with Satin wood interior including adjustable pop up photo/card holder with bone finials. Embossed internally "marque de fabrique".

27cm wide x 17cm deep x 8cm High.

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The graphoscope: A 19th-century device used to enhance the viewing experience and based on a 1864 patent of Charles John Rowsell.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique Wood Graphoscope to the 1880s.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1101054
Dealers Internal Ref
23319
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Kendall house antiques a traditional shop in the north cotswold’s market town of chipping campden.

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Archive I A Victorian wooden folding graphoscope with a large circular magnifying lens and an adjustable sliding card holder. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A 19th Century Graphoscope or Magnifying Device

Archive II A Victorian wooden folding graphoscope with a large circular magnifying lens and an adjustable sliding card holder. View II
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
Location
Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 158
Items Sold 465
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Verified Since May 2022
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Location: Kendall House, High Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6AG 7, United Kingdom
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A Victorian wooden folding graphoscope with a large circular magnifying lens and an adjustable sliding card holder.
A 19th Century Graphoscope or Magnifying device
Ref: SA1101054
A Victorian wooden folding graphoscope with a large circular magnifying lens and an adjustable sliding card holder.
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  • ObjectScientific Instrument
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Wood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsFolding wooden stand, Convex magnifying lens, Adjustable slide rack, Veneer finish
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

A graphoscope is an optical device popular in the Victorian era, specifically the 19th century, designed for viewing photographs, stereoviews, and engravings with magnification.

They were typically crafted from fine woods such as burr walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, featuring brass hardware and a large glass convex lens.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, hand-polished wood veneers, genuine glass lenses with bevelled edges, and functional folding mechanical stands.

It can be displayed open on a desk, bookshelf, or side table as a sculptural conversation piece that highlights historical scientific craftsmanship.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth, apply microcrystalline wax sparingly to protect the wood finish, and clean the optical glass with a lint-free cloth without harsh chemicals.
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