Pair of spectacles and box
1857-1865
Medium
silver
Measurements
11.0 cm (glass circumference) 12.0 cm (frames across) 17.0 cm (over ears)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
The Schofield Collection. Purchased with the assistance of a special grant from the Government of Victoria, 1974
Gallery location
Not on display
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