Name/Title
GlassesEntry/Object ID
2007.35.7Description
A pair of bifocal glasses with wire rims and arms, plus a hard black and white case with plush purple inside. The glasses were sold by Robert K. Parker, optometrist in Barre, Vt.Context
Robert K. Parker (1905-1964) was born in Fair Haven. He attended N.Y. business College, graduated from the Massachusetts College of Optometry in 1928 and received advanced training at Pennsylvania State College of Optometry. He set up his practice in Barre in 1928 and retired in 1960.
Source: his obituary in the Times Argus, Nov. 16, 1964, Page 2Acquisition
Accession
2007.35Source or Donor
Best, Clarice Bianchi CellaAcquisition Method
GiftDimensions
Width
4-1/2 inDepth
4-1/4 inWidth
2-1/8 inLength
5-1/4 inMaterial
Glass, Metal, SyntheticRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dr. Robert K. ParkerRelated Places
Place
City
Barre CityCounty
Washington CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America