Optical 'paradox' toy for seeing through opaque objects

Made:
1790-1800 in London
maker:
George Adams
and
George Adams
and
optical 'paradox' toy for seeing through opaque objects

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optical 'paradox' toy for seeing through opaque objects
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optical 'paradox' toy for seeing through opaque objects (mahogany mount, 8 1/2-inch length overall), George Adams design, c. 1795.

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1919-280
Materials:
glass, mahogany (wood) and cardboard
Measurements:
overall: 100 mm x 215 mm x 40 mm, , .085kg
type:
toy
credit:
Court, Thomas Henry