Stéréoscope miniature

Region: France    Period: 1850–1890    Tag: Duboscq

The original name of the Stéréoscope miniature is unknown. It is a very small stereoscope, with a baseplate measuring only 7 × 9 cm. The viewer bears the initials “J. D.” of Jules Duboscq. This is notable, as instruments from his company are usually marked “D. S.”, referring to Duboscq-Soleil.

The viewer is intended for small albumen prints on a roll. The roll is mounted between two rollers inside the device. The extremely thin albumen prints are illuminated by transmitted light via a ground glass.

The Stéréoscope miniature shares the same external characteristics as Duboscq’s Grimatiscope, which is intended for ordinary images.

Related items:
Albumen print  D. S.  Duboscq, Jules  Ground glass

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