TWO CHINESE TORTOISESHELL MYOPIC SPECTACLES
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TWO CHINESE TORTOISESHELL MYOPIC SPECTACLES
One all tortoiseshell with circular lenses and folding temples, circa 1880. The other with transitional style tortoiseshell rims around the circular lenses and folding steel temples, circa 1910.
From the collection of Dr. J. William Rosenthal, M.D.
Dr. Rosenthal was a well-known ophthalmologist, an expert on the history of spectacles and other visual aids, a renowned collector, an author, and a generous benefactor of many institutions. His father, Jonas W. Rosenthal, MD, is the namesake of the museum of ophthalmology at Tulane University. Optical devices from his collection can be found in over sixteen museums including the Museum of Vision of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
One all tortoiseshell with circular lenses and folding temples, circa 1880. The other with transitional style tortoiseshell rims around the circular lenses and folding steel temples, circa 1910.
From the collection of Dr. J. William Rosenthal, M.D.
Dr. Rosenthal was a well-known ophthalmologist, an expert on the history of spectacles and other visual aids, a renowned collector, an author, and a generous benefactor of many institutions. His father, Jonas W. Rosenthal, MD, is the namesake of the museum of ophthalmology at Tulane University. Optical devices from his collection can be found in over sixteen museums including the Museum of Vision of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Condition
Both with cracked rims.
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Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion, and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Reference to condition written, oral or within a condition report shall not be regarded as a full account of condition and may not include all defects, alterations, or restorations. Absence of a condition report does not imply a lot is flawless or lacking imperfections or damage. Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Returns shall not be accepted on the basis of condition.
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TWO CHINESE TORTOISESHELL MYOPIC SPECTACLES
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