More Steampunkery from ModVic!
Bruce writes:
Steampunk Robot Ophthalmometer Computer Workstation
Description
Just what the Steampunk Doctor ordered! A sculptural 'Steampunked' original Ophthalmometer, Dental Mannequin Head and Hammond Multiplex Typewriter – totally restored, transformed and fused into a modern computer workstation!
Materials and Modifications
Our restoration includes all original devices: 1) F.A. Hardey & Company’s C.I. Ophthalmometer, patented on August 22, 1899 and based in Chicago IL. An Ophthalmometer or Keratometer is used to measure the curvature of the eye’s cornea to quantitatively examine corneal irregularities and astigmatism. 2) 1930s life-size polished aluminum Dental Phantom Mannequin Head used as a teaching device by dental school students. Teeth are specifically made for the teaching head and can be ‘traded out’ for other practice teeth sets. 3) An 1800s Hammond Multiplex Typewriter. Also included is an 1800s foot pedal driven dental drill and a cast iron base drawing table with a pull out drawer on an adjustable arm. On top of the monitor is an 1800s Victorian doll eye.
Technology
Custom wood frame around a Dell 15” color monitor. Computer is a Mac mini, the world’s most energy-efficient desktop computer, along with Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple’s new Magic Mouse. Webcam is a LifeCam Cinema.
Dimensions
From front: 21” W, 44” L, 60” H
Steampunk Century Portrait Camera No. 1 Computer Desk
Description
Amazing 'Steampunked' original Century Semi-Centennial No.1 Portrait Studio Camera (Eastman Kodak manufactured in Rochester NY) — totally restored and transformed into a modern computer workstation!
Materials and Modifications
Our restoration includes all the original parts of the Century camera with some additional period items including Victorian 'Lion' Angle Brackets and brass transom brackets. Camera and stand is primarily made from walnut/maple with cast iron legs. The tabletop uses the original platform for the camera, only expanded to include two rounded wings for a mouse and additional workspace. Knob adjustments work to angle the monitor left/right, up/down and back/front. The whole camera body and desktop also moves up and down with a left side turn wheel. The tabletop can also be angled up and down with a knob adjustment in the front.
Technology
Mac mini embedded within the camera’s bellows with a Cinema Display Monitor (painted black). Apple Wireless Keyboard and Apple’s new Magic Mouse. Speakers are Orb Audio.
Dimensions
From front: 30” W, 38” L, 59” H
Contact
All of our Steampunk projects are unique one-of-a-kind pieces and primarily use only original and authentic Victorian period objects and antiques. Steampunk innovations are open design to add your own interpretation, enabling you to personalize, customize and adapt the way you actually are going to use the item. We can also help you customize with your own computer, monitor and accessories. Please call 781.784.0250 or email bruce@modvic.com for more information. Visit our website www.modvic.com to see some of our other Steampunk projects and pricing.
Contact
All of our Steampunk projects are unique one-of-a-kind pieces and primarily use only original and authentic Victorian period objects and antiques. Steampunk innovations are open design to add your own interpretation, enabling you to personalize, customize and adapt the way you actually are going to use the item. We can also help you customize with your own computer, monitor and accessories. Please call 781.784.0250 or email bruce@modvic.com for more information. Visit our website www.modvic.com to see some of our other Steampunk projects and pricing.
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