Retailer
Bell & Brothers(American, c. 1860–c. 1895)American, c. 1860–c. 1895
CultureFrench
Titles
- Magnifying Glass
Datec. 1890–1895
Made inFrance
Retailed inSan Antonio, Texas, United States
MediumSilver with gilding and glass
Dimensions7 1/4 × 3 1/8 × 5/16 in. (18.4 × 7.9 × 0.8 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of William J. Hill
Object numberB.2018.40
Not on view
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenanceWilliam J. Hill (1934–2018), Houston; given to MFAH, 2018.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
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Marked on bezel: FRANCE / STERLING
Marked on handle: FRANCE
Marked on handle: FRANCE
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