Museum-quality handcrafted Arcana Kaleidoscope by renowned Australian artists Robert Cook and Jocelyn Teh, signed by Robert Cook.
This elaborate parlor-style kaleidoscope features a heavily cast bronze-finish metal body mounted on a hardwood display base with interchangeable object wheels containing polished agates, gemstones, stained glass, and art glass elements. The scope incorporates precision optics and an adjustable viewing mechanism. The base bears an engraved plaque reading: "Arcana Kaleidoscope – Hand Crafted in Australia." An additional presentation plaque states: "Exhibited at Tenth Annual Brewster Society Convention – Kaleido-Galaxy ’95."
This unique hand-crafted item is in pre-owned, previously used/displayed condition with light wear, minor imperfections, and surface scratches/markings. Please reference all photos for full condition details.
Measurements: 15" tall x 16 1/2" x 10". Wooden Base: 15" x 8". Weight: 26.3 lbs.
The Brewster Kaleidoscope Society is the world’s premier organization dedicated to the art and history of kaleidoscopes. Pieces exhibited at Society conventions are highly desirable among collectors.
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