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Stanhopes

Title
[Stanhopes]
Format
Realia
Published
[19--?]
Description
1/8" dia. x 1/4" l.
Notes
Title supplied by cataloger. ISR 163. Confiscated by Post Office, 1924.
Summary
Hundreds of stanhopes, which are small optical devices in the shape of a rod that allow one to view microphotographs without the use of a microscope. They contain erotic photographs, generally female nudes.
Kinsey subjects
Art--France--20th century. Novelties. Photography early works--France. Nudes in photographs--Female.

Holdings

Library
Blmgtn - Kinsey Institute Library (by appointment only)
Call Number
397R A039.1
Location
Kinsey Institute Library - Art