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On Display: House - Fraktur Room
Spectacles (Eyeglasses)
Edward H. Schild
1890-1900
Description
This pair of brass spectacles were made between 1890 and 1900 by watchmaker Edward H. Schild in Baltimore, Maryland. Rounded rectangular green lead glass lenses are set into slender, adjustable frames. The frames have an arched bridge, and the two-part hinged side temple would have allowed the wearer to adjust the overall length of the spectacles. Two patents for the “improvement of eyeglasses” were filed under Schild’s name in the early twentieth century, illustrating his contribution to developing practical eyewear in the United States.
Category
Metals
Creator/Artist/Maker
Edward H. Schild (Maker)
Place of Origin
Baltimore; Maryland; United States; North America
Materials
- Brass
- Glass
Museum Object Number
1961.1170
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Complete Details
Object Number
1961.1170
Object Name
Spectacles (Eyeglasses)
Category
Metals
Creator (Role)
Edward H. Schild (Maker)
Place of Origin
Baltimore; Maryland; United States; North America
Origin Notes
The creation place was previously identified as England [Lorena Baines 2008].
Date
1890-1900
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Mark
Location: Left earpiece
Inscription: "Schild", script
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Brass
- Glass
Dimensions (inches)
1.004 (H) x 4.685 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
2.55 (H) x 11.9 (L)