Kaleidoscopes have been popular since they were first invented in the early 1800s. In the late 1900s kaleidoscopes were rediscovered by talented artists. No longer were most kaleidoscopes made by scientific instrument makers. These talented artists have explored many new horizons in the kaleidoscope art form. We have seen new mirror systems, new object chambers, and new sculptural forms. Every year we see new things in the kaleidoscope world. The Parman Brothers kaleidoscopes aren’t anything like the toys most people remember playing with as kids.  All models use specially made reflective mirrors designed for kaleidoscopes..