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Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster
Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster
Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster
Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster
Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster
Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster

Antique toy. kaleidoscope. height 32 cm Circa 1850's Bush Brewster

$ 1158.95

Availability: 42 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
  • Restocking Fee: 20%
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Condition: This item has been checked and is fully operational. There is a limited parts warranty on this item. . Items ships 15-30 days after payment.
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    International Cinema Equipment
    A Division of
    Magna-Tech Electronic Co. Inc.
    Providing quality products and services to the Cinema Industry since 1956!
    ICE-MTE is pleased to present for your pleasure :
    Antique
    Kaleidoscope
    Made in the UK
    includes Copper end Flywheel
    32 Cm in height
    Nice seasoned wood varnish finish
    All Original
    Circa 1850's
    In 1814, David Brewster had an epiphany: light + casing + mirrors + things to reflect = the most fun ever?
    The Scottish scientist—already esteemed for his work in optics—named his invention the kaleidoscope, combining the Greek words
    kalos
    (beautiful),
    eidos
    (form), and
    skopeō
    (to see). He spent two years developing a prototype, and on August 27, 1817, arrived at Stobo Castle in Peebleshire, Scotland, to sign the official patent.
    By the mid-19th century, kaleidoscopes had taken off in America, in large part thanks to Charles G. Bush, who immigrated from Prussia in 1847 and came to scopes from rope-making and microscopy. Bush’s scopes were sturdy, and meant for parlor display. Most featured a barrel of black or brown hardboard, topped with a spoked brass wheel that rotated an object case containing a liquid-filled ampule.
    Between 1873 and 1875, Bush was awarded patents for several kaleidoscope improvements, mostly having to do with adjustments to the object case. He also developed an easy-to-disassemble scope stand for transport, making the kaleidoscope also the
    Nintendo Switch
    of its day.
    Bush built thousands of kaleidoscopes from his homes in New Hampshire and Vermont before his death in 1900
    Limited WARRANTY!
    Very hard to find and very collectible
    These are very hard to find .
    Don't miss this wonderful o
    pportunity!
    We offer our limited
    warranty for 30 Days Parts and labor
    if returned to us post prepaid.!
    Plus over 40 Years in the Projection Equipment and Manufacturing business!
    We can
    arrange
    for packing, shipping and delivery to most places around the world at additional cost.
    Get a quote from us prior to buying just to be sure;Pickup is allowed at our facilities there is no charge for this. Sales Tax may be applicable check with us.
    ICECO/MTE
    We accept Paypal, and all Major Credit Cards.
    International and Export orders are welcomed anywhere in the world.
    ICE-MTE suppliers of quality cinema equipment since 1975.
    International Cinema Equipment
    A Division of
    Magna-Tech Electronic Company Inc.
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