OPTICIAN’S NIGHTMARE
size: 24” H X 18” W (can be hung horizontally or vertically)
size with frame: 26 ½”H X 21 ½” W
OPTICIAN’S NIGHTMARE is made from 100+ year old spectacle lenses. Many of the lenses are bifocals, some have screws for the nose bridge, and all have different prescriptions.
The lenses were assembled on a form and project out in a 3” convex dome towards the viewer. The antique mirror placed behind the lenses creates a web-like barrel effect and reflects images in different aspects.
Two borders frame the perimeter made from art modern chandelier pendants and triangular crystal chandelier pendants. The piece is finished with a 1 ½” wooden frame painted bronze.