![]() The scope is canted at a downward angle on a turned mahogany stand with central baluster standard and flared dish The chamber box contains multi-colored glass twists and rods, cuts of German sheet glass in various forms, and his liquid-filled ampules, patented in 1873 - all of which are exposed to light through the 3-inch lens, revealing various changing geometric patterns. The cardboard tubular barrel is covered with black pebbled stamped paper, with cylindrical eye piece at one end, and with brass-mounted chamber box on the other end turned by hand with 6-brass spokes. 1870s, black cloth over cardboard, brass mounted, mahogany stand, height 14 inches. manufacturer, Providence, Rhode Island, Table Parlor Kaleidoscope, c. Bush (1825-1900, American, born Germany) designer, C.G. They used to produce the ampules for other artists.Ĭharles G. Im really the curious george LOL Also Dennis and Dianne Falconer but Im not sure if they still make scopes. I wrote two galleries and asked if they could perhaps help me out. Ok Sherry Moser and Mark Tickle both make those, but I cannot find any information on how to contact them. After further research after posting my links I realized those wouldnt work either hee hee Learn something new everyday! I was just trying to reply to you with some contact information but Im having trouble finding any for these two people. Its searching around my 5000 or more favorite links that is the problem LOL Luckily most of them are in catagories If these arent the right ones I may have a couple more sites that might be of help. I didnt search around this site but it probably has them as well This goes directly to the page, the item number and description is PERF just scroll down for prices and look next to PERF (these are the tiny vials) If you click on the words next to the vial it gives you a larger picture. Just type in the words tiny vial and it takes you right to the exact vial Im talking about. When you get to the page on the left hand side of the screen will be a search box. Ok for some stupid reason no matter what page your on, this shows the front page address. The third site you could just search around and see if they have them. The first two links go directly to what your looking for. You can buy these also from specialty companies and they are empty, clean, tiny glass vials. Perfume companies used to give these out with samples. Im not sure if these are small enough but they are pretty darn small. People have to pony up the money to raise prices, and it's hard to do in the kaleidoscope world.Ok Im one of those weirdos who loves glass bottles in every type and awhile back I collected a few favorite sites for bottles and vials etc LOL But in a niche collector's market, demand is the most significant factor. It's important to keep in mind that, based on rarity and age alone, these pieces should probably be worth more money. The most expensive ones were handcrafted by notable craftspeople and will sell for a few hundred dollars. Toy kaleidoscopes can sell for about $10-$30 at most, like this 50s snowflake Steven kaleidoscope that only sold for $24 online. Meanwhile, vintage kaleidoscopes from the early and mid-20 th century aren't always worth that much. For example, this parlor kaleidoscope from 1873 sold for $301 on eBay. While condition, style, and buyer interest all have a part to play in determining how valuable an antique kaleidoscope is, 19 th century 'scopes are relatively rare and worth upwards of $500-$1,000. How Valuable Are Antique and Vintage Kaleidoscopes?Īntique instruments are difficult to find in good condition they just weren't passed down in the same way jewelry, clothing, or linens were. It wasn't until the early 20 th century that these luxury metal kaleidoscopes were transformed into something cheaper and more accessible. And in a period of time where innovation, invention, and creativity were highlighted, it's unsurprising that something that married art and science would be a massive success.īy the mid-19 th century, kaleidoscopes had traveled across the pond. Victorians were fascinated by the bright colors and unpredictable imagery. In 1817, Brewster patented his kaleidoscopic device, and it became a massive hit within the decade. You have physicist Sir David Brewster's science experiments on the polarization of light as it passed through glass plates to thank for the trippy colorful patterns that're replicated a thousand times over today. Antique Kaleidoscopes: Where Science Meets Art & Playĭespite being the kitschy toys we all begged for at the county fair, kaleidoscopes have a long history steeped in scientific discovery.
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