Beautiful French Stereoscope Educa with the 42 Original Plates. 1920

Beautiful and evocative French stereoscope, used to display photographic images. Made by Educa brand, these devices were often used in schools for educational purposes. Its aesthetic appeal, sober and functional, is completed by its nostalgic presence which turns the instrument to a witness of the past. The stereoscope is made of solid wood and his lenses are in perfect condition. Thanks to its superb conservation, it is possible to see the forty-two retaining plates, each showing twelve photographic images of different views. The glass plates are stored at the base of the instrument, well protected with a wooden door with brass hinge. On the front, the stereoscope retains the metal plate engraved with the name of the firm Educa and the address of the company. Although the metal it is slightly pitted, the inscription can be perfectly read. This detail testifies to the years and use the device, and gives it the special charm of authentic antiques. To handle the stereoscope simply extract a plate of the compartment, put in the wooden frame and into the slot on top. Images can be viewed through the front viewers. This beautiful stereoscope is a memory of past decades, now lost in oblivion. With its elegance and simplicity, it is an instrument full of charm and nostalgia, worthy of belonging to any collection of first order. Stereoscope measurements: 465 mm high x 265 mm base.