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A Silvered Mercury Glass Gazing Globe on Later Iron Stand

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The orb constructed of free-blown, double-walled glass; with a solution of silver nitrate between the layers; the whole raised on tall tripod base; also known as "Butler's Ball" or "Silent Butler"; often used by housemen to see an entire dining table and all guests from an adjoining room. Good condition.

INVENTORY CODE: 029-003
ORIGINS: C 1852-1870, America
DIMENSIONS: 16" Tall x 6" D
INQUIRIES: (866) 673-8026, info@urbanchateau.com

LOCATED IN: SAN FRANCISCO DESIGN CENTER
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