Description
Two pairs of possibly Chinese spectacles, early nineteenth century. Both pairs are hinged and fold into original cases. One is lacquered wood with plain glass. The other is made of natural material, possibly pale tortoiseshell, with strong concave lenses. The cases are both made of wood, the larger signed in Chinese on the interior of the lid. Both are in good condition
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Fletcher
Fletcher Wallis
Fletcher Wallis sells objects and books relating to the history of science, medicine and technology Arcade. He publishes books through Vernier Press, including Antique Medicine Chests, and Corkscrew Patents from 1795. He has been dealing for forty eight years.




