Elliptical Brass Kaleidoscope - 60th Anniversary Edition - 4-Mirror System
Elliptical Brass Kaleidoscope - 60th Anniversary Edition - 4-Mirror System
A polished brass kaleidoscope with an elliptical conical body and a 4-mirror optical system. Four mirrors produce a layered pattern with a different symmetry from the standard 3-mirror models. Rotation is friction-dampened for slow, controlled movement.
Built as a 60th anniversary edition; names and milestone dates are engraved in the engraved variant. Made in the Studio Yabaye workshop in Israel from brass, hand-finished. Designed by Rocco (Roi) Ramon, architect and artist.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Optics: 4-mirror first-surface system
Length: 20 cm (7.87 in)
Form: elliptical conical body
Material: brass, polished finish
Rotation: friction-dampened
Stand: brass or wood (selectable)
Engraving: names and dates (engraved variant)
Included: signed Certificate of Authenticity with security hologram
SAFETY
Adult collectible for display use. Not suitable for children under 14 - glass elements and small components.
Lead time: made to order, ships within 3-4 business days
Shipping: tracked courier worldwide; express upgrade available at checkout
COMPARE THE RANGE
18 cm models on a 3 cm brass tube body:
· Executive Desk Model - 8 cm and 4 cm wheels, raw brass finish, optional custom engraving
· Industrial Series - cast 8 cm primary wheel and 4 cm secondary wheel, exposed finish that patinates
· Architect's Edition - 10 cm primary wheel and 4 cm secondary wheel, slower larger-scale pattern
· 30th Anniversary Edition - 8 cm and 4 cm wheels, "30 Years" engraving
· 50th Anniversary Edition - three independent wheels - 8, 5 and 3 cm - polished finish
Other formats:
· Fine Art Serialized - 5 cm body, 11 cm and 5 cm wheels, serial-numbered
· Giant 28 cm - 28 cm length, rotating object cell
· Brass Teleidoscope - open lens, no object chamber
FURTHER READING IN LAB NOTES
· Mirror length and width ratio
