Artist/Maker
Howland, H. B.
Title
Opera Glasses
Mediumbrass, mother of pearl
Dimensions2 1/8 × 4 1/2 in. (5.4 × 11.4 cm)
Object number1997.46.21.A
Institutional Credit LineCourtesy of the New Bedford Whaling Museum
DescriptionBrass and mother-of-pearl opera glasses made or sold in New Bedford by the H.B. Howland company with a leather case (1997.46.21B) Mother-of-pearl used on the "barrels" and on each eyepiece. Ornate brass bands at each end of the barrel.On View
Not on view
Aiken, Capt. Warren
19th Century
Circa 1830-50
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