Camera Obscura in the Shape of a Large Book3D Model
Camera obscura in the shape of a large book
Date: circa 1765
Inventory Number: 0010
Classification: Camera Obscura
Subject: optics, drawing
Attributed to: Benjamin Martin (1704 - 1782)
Cultural Region: England
Place of Origin: London
Dimensions: book closed: 14 x 62.2 x 45.7 cm (5 1/2 x 24 1/2 x 18 in.)
Material: wood, glass, felt, calf skin
Bibliography: The Apparatus of Science at Harvard, 1765-1800
Description: Camera obscura contained in a case resembling a large folio book, of wood, covered with gilt decorated calf skin. When opened, the book folds out into an open-ended box draped with with a green felt curtain. Adjustable (modern replacement) mirror, convex lens, and bellows extend from the top.
Link to catalog record in Harvard University Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments
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