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Who invented binoculars?
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J. P. Lemiere invented binoculars. In 1825, he created the first example of modern-day binoculars, a pair of opera glasses that could magnify objects across short distances. Building on his work, Ignazio Porro unveiled a more powerful pair in 1854 by adding a prism system. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of binoculars.
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Navy Binoculars
Located in Paris, FR
Binoculars Navy with polished steel adjustable tripod base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Nautical Objects
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$6,796 / item
Two theater binoculars - 19th century
Located in Porto, PT
Two theatrical binoculars - 19th century. European, 19th century; one in carved fine material and the other in mother-of-pearl; metal frames.
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
Vintage Binoculars for Bausch & Lomb
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Vintage Binoculars with leather case.
Category
20th Century American More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Metal
19th c. Leather Wrapped French Binoculars
Located in San Francisco, CA
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An original pair of leather wrapped and brass opera binoculars. Stamped "12 Verres Supérieurs" on the metal bridge..
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French High Victorian Sports Equipment and Mem...
Materials
Metal
$135 / item
Metal Binoculars with Case, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Binoculars with case.
Decoration complements.
Silver metal binoculars with graducation nuts and clean and elegant lines.
Category
20th Century Unknown Other Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Other
Brass Yachting Binoculars on Wood Base
Located in Norwell, MA
Vintage library or yachting binoculars circa 1910. Polished and lacquered. With smooth focal gear.
Category
Vintage 1910s European Nautical Objects
Materials
Brass
