Compound microscope
Date
ca.1800
Creator
Unknown, Instrument maker
Object type
Archive reference number
Material
Subject
Content object
Description
A box mounted compound microscope, turned to the left [as viewed]. The ocular, objective lens and stage are attached to the microscope's main body, and the detachable fittings, including forceps, bone slides and alternate eyepieces, are presented below.
Creator unknown. Similar in style to the William Cary (1759-1825) compound design.
Creator unknown. Similar in style to the William Cary (1759-1825) compound design.
Object history
Formerly the property of Sir Charles Blagden (bap. 1748 - 1820). Donated by James Fairhurst in 1939, with certain of Blagden's papers [MS/821].
Related fellows
Charles Blagden (1748 - 1820, British) , Knight Physician
Associated place