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Emblem of the British Optical Association
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tapestry
Europe: United Kingdom
Early 20th c.
cloth; cotton thread; wood; glass
overall (framed): 260 mm x 242 mm x 20 mm

Representation of the emblem of the British Optical Association, being a version prepared for a Fellow for display in his optical practice. Embroidered blue roundel bearing a trial frame, ophthalmoscope and lenses, with an inscribed golden border, all on a black velvet(?) background. In a dark stained wooden glazed frame.


2016.332

Gift of Mr Tony Blackham FCOptom, 2016



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