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Fine Pair French Abalone & Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
About the Item
A stunning pair of French Opera glasses made from gilded brass, all intact and original. The glasses are clad in alternating Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell and Abalone shell, creating a striped design.
The underside of the frame is struck "Made In France", dating to them to c.1920/1930; they come complete with their original green leather case.
Lovely condition and in full working order; the case measuring 4 1/4" x 2 3/4" x 1 1/2"
Item: 44405
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK
- Dimensions:Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:c.1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Bath, GB
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