Ludoscope disc

Artifact


Ludoscope disc
Ludoscope disc
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MS 0073-01-01-003
circa 1904
Ludoscope disc that when spun and viewed through a viewer creates an animated scene, this one creates the illusion of the circles rotating in opposing directions.
Equipment
Overall: 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. (11.43 x 11.43 cm)
[item identification], William H. Zimmerman collection, MS 0073, Archives and Special Collections, Washington College, Chestertown, Maryland.