Massimo Strino "Spin Me Up" Kaleidoscope Musical Pedestal

Description

Beautiful and rare custom Musical Kaleidoscope by Massimo Strino. This limited edition Kaleidoscope is called "Spin Me Up" and one of the finest pieces he has hand crafted. With loose semi-precious stones and gems and a platform to place the gems on for an array of beautiful design. The centerpiece as well as the mini flashlight is embellished with Swarovski Crystals. When you wind the jewel encrusted pedestal it plays a lovely song.
Massimo began designing kaleidoscopes as a form of hobby in 1993. Serious kaleidoscope collectors consider Massimo's kaleidoscopes some of the most optically refined and sophisticated in the world; in the words of first lady of kaleidoscopes Cozy Baker "virtually perfect".
Today Massimo produces one of a kind and limited edition kaleidoscopes. Inspired by the Victorian era, he uses antiqued brass parts and Swarovski crystal, as well as sterling silver and semiprecious stones. These heirloom objects are designed to withstand the test of time, and to be passed on from generation to generation. Although Massimo takes kaleidoscope production seriously, he hasn't forgotten that kaleidoscopes must be fun. A kaleidoscope should always surprise us, from when we first pick it up to when we look inside. It should overwhelm us with color and shapes. Massimo's kaleidoscopes can be found in prestigious collections worldwide (including Cozy Baker's permanent exhibit, and Japan's first "kaleidoscopes only" museum), as well as for sale and on display galleries and museums around the world.
-Dimensions: 11"L x 5"D x 13"H