Handheld Kaleidoscopes

Classic Cone

This handheld kaleidoscope is a perfect example of the quality of work that Charles has been producing since 1980. Constant refinement of the optical quality and imagery has led to this simple, well-balanced scope. The slumped glass exterior holds a two-mirror tapered system that produces incredibly intricate and refined 12 point images. The scope stands upright on built-in feet and a lens in the eyepiece enhances the viewing pleasure. The Classic Cone is available in almost any conceivable color, with the imagery generally color coordinated to the exterior. 10” tall.

Luminosity

Continuing with the cone-shaped, slumped glass body, Luminosity is special in its own way. The exterior glass is very textured and somewhat translucent and has been treated, producing a soft pastel gradient effect throughout the entire body of the scope. The dry object case is a combination of 2 different iridescent glasses with selected surfaces ground off to produce a soft, pastel cast over and behind portions of a crisp 9-point image. (2-mirror system). 10” tall

Ambiance

The word ambiance refers to the special atmosphere or mood created by a particular environment and this is quite evident in this kaleidoscope. The exterior is slumped white glass with inserts of mouthblown, antique glass. A tapered 2-mirror system produces a perfect 10-point image. All of this is tied together by the object case which is specially treated to produce a soft, changing pastel background behind incredible, intricate, and infinitely random images. 10” tall.