Object ID:
2009.23.1
Title:
APH Light Box
Creator:
American Printing House for the Blind
Description:
Vacuum formed exterior of yellow plastic with translucent plexiglass light panel; hinged black aluminum adjustable supports riveted on reverse, at center, tilts box at three angles; lighted by fluorescent bulb housed within the box; on-off rocker and electronic dimmer control dial located on right side.; detachable black power cord attaches at lower right side; black plastic carrying handle at top center; rubber feet on front when positioned upright. APH catalog no. 1-086660-00.
Dimensions:
H-15 W-25 D-5 inches
Date:
1984
Made by:
American Printing House for the Blind
Place of Origin:
Louisville, KY
Collection:
APH Collection
Provenance:
The original Light Box was introduced in 1984 for developing the use of low vision, stimulating an awareness of light and color, and shapes of objects. It had been approved for production following presentation of the prototype to the APH Educational Aids Committee in November 1981. It was inspired by home made units already being used in classrooms. The portable "mini" Light Box was added to the catalog in 1996. The APH Project Director was Suzette Frere. Both Light Boxes were designed in the APH model shop by Tom Poppe.
Credit Line:
APH Collection, 2009.23.
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APH Lightbox
APH Lightbox