Binocular-style stereoscope

Also known as: Jumelle

Period: 1890–1930    Tag: Glossary
Binocular-type stereoscope 9 x 18, Mattey (attributed), France, c. 1900
Binocular-type stereoscope 9 x 18, Mattey (attributed), France, c. 1900
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A binocular-style stereoscope is a hand-held stereoscope with a binocular-style appearance. The viewers were particularly common in France, where this type was referred to as a Jumelle.

Binocular stereoscopes are regarded as style and not as a distinct stereoscope type. They occur within existing type classifications.

Published: 06-02-2026    Last modified: 27-03-2026