Lewis Davenport had this miniature lens produced showing a publicity postcard drawn in 1930 by George Cooke (who was not the Cooke of Maskelyne and Cooke). The miniature lens fitted into a ring and would have served as a novelty give away. When held very close to the eye, and looking through the lens towards a bright light, the image becomes visible. Details of Stanhope lenses can be found on the web. It is very hard to obtain a photograph of what is seen when you look through the lens. We wish to thank Ken Scott for the very clear image which is illustrated here.
Item Details
Size | The lens is 7mm long. |
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Date | 1930s. |
People | George Cooke, Lewis Davenport |
Key Phrases | Non-apparatus, Novelties |
Category | Magic, Novelties, Toys, Games & Jokes |
Ref no | N2549 |