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Dichro Lite Randy & Shelley Knapp

This production, handheld scope was signed “Randy Knapp 1990”.  The barrel was walnut or light Oak veneer, the turning end and eyepiece were machined, black anodized aluminum.  The object cell was fluid filled; end lit with a multicolored, textured dichroic end glass.  The end glass has the same texture as Occultation but also has a multicolored dichroic coating.  The coating actually gives the image a polarized appearance.  The cell contains simple flame worked glass pieces.

Kaleidoscope Created: 1990
Kaleidoscope Sub Type: Handheld
Type of Edition: Production Scope
Dimensions: 1.75 inches by 7.25 inches
Kaleidoscope Construction: Veneer With Anodized Metal Ends
Number of Mirror Systems: 1
2 Mirror, 5 Point

Cell/Object Type
  • Turning
  • Liquid Filled Cell

Object Cell Contents: Flamework Glass
Image features: Mandala
Lighting features: End-lit
Background features: Textured Dichroic Glass
Lens: Yes
Retail Price: 165
database entry by: Karen and Doug Norman
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