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History of Science Museum

Fitted Case for Instrument

Inventory Number 15340


Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.15340

Item type
Object
Physical material
Wood
Copper alloy
Felt
Dimensions
Height: 170mm Width: 710mm Depth: 294mm Weight: 5500g
Inventory No
15340

Description

Rectangular wooden case with a hinged lid, two copper alloy handles attached to the shorter ends, and a copper alloy locking mechanism. Inside, the case has wooden supports for storing an instrument. There are two wooden supports which lift out of the case. Some of the wooden supports are lined with green felt.