What is the kaleidoscope?
There are chances, many Baby boom owned a kaleidoscope toy as a child. It resembles a short telescope with a rotating end piece. When one looks at one end, he sees a colorful geometric formula. Twisting the second end piece creates constantly changing and fascinating new patterns. Others quickly replicated the kaleidoscope and realized that its value as a toy. Brewster lost from huge profits achieved by his success.
essentially, the kaleidoscope consists of two or more mirrors laid longitudinally inside the tube. At the larger end of the tube there are colored balls, ampoules filled with liquid or other small objects. The light passes through this end and hits colorful decals inside the rotating compartment. Any random configuration created in the fall of color objects is reflected in the mirrors, creating beautiful symmetrical patterns.
In the Victorian era, the kaleidoscope was a popular salon entertainment and the American Charles G. Bush (1825-1900) helped to give interest in America. Soon they are usuallymounted on carved wooden pedestals and are collecting antiques that they sell for up to $ 1,000 (USD) or more.
Although Kaleidoscope has lost part of its popularity over time, thanks to the cozy Baker, he enjoyed the revival at the age of 70. Mrs. Baker, sometimes called the patron of St. Kaleidoscopes , has the largest personal collection in the world. In 1986, it also founded the Brewster Society and wrote books on this topic. Baker first fell in love with the kaleidoscope as a way to seek beauty after her son was a killed drunk driver. In changing Baker samples, it is said that it is reminiscent of the divine order.
Today you can find a kaleidoscope for just a few US dollars or up to several thousand. Decorative ones made of blown glass and complicated decorations are sold as works of art, while small, cardboard toys are still popular with trade fairs and toy storesi. It seems that regardless of size, price or quality, people are still hypnotized by surprising beauty with the constantly changing kaleidoscope.