Name/Title
KaleidoscopeEntry/Object ID
NU 2022.62Description
A large, stained glass kaleidoscope. The body is triangular in shape and tapered; it is narrower near the eyepiece and wider near the object mechanisms. The top two exterior sides of the body are opaque and iridescent, while the bottom side is mirrored. All three interior sides are mirrored. There is a rectangular, light blue glass stand along the bottom side. The object mechanisms are two large, circular pieces of fragmented colored and iridescent glass that are attached to the viewing end by a small metal rod, and spin.Collection
History CollectionCataloged By
registrar@numulosgatos.orgMade/Created
Notes
Appears to be handmade.Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
KaleidoscopeNomenclature Primary Object Term
Toy, OpticalNomenclature Class
ToysNomenclature Category
Category 09: Recreational ObjectsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old Temporary NumberOther Number
NN 2018.61Dimensions
Height
5-1/4 inWidth
4-1/4 inLength
9 inCondition
Overall Condition
Very Good
