Historical information

This black wooden antique hinged book magnifier was typical of the elegant way that Victorian age designers combined both practicality and style into the salon. Folded down, this box would sit on a side table until required, whereupon it would expand to allow the user to read items in their hand. A platform designed to hold reading materials would be elevated into position, and the magnifier allowed for three different levels of height.
On top of the magnifier are engraved decorations - one of a bow and the other of a globe, telescope and scroll.

Physical description

1 wooden box with fold out top and inset glass magnifier.