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PRELUDE - Vintage Compact Binoculars/Opera Glasses - Japan - Mid 20th Century
PRELUDE - Vintage Compact Binoculars/Opera Glasses - Japan - Mid 20th Century

PRELUDE - Vintage Compact Binoculars/Opera Glasses - Japan - Mid 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

magnification - adjustable focus - Japan - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - fully working

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Mid Century French Oil Painting Interior Room Still Life with Binoculars
Mid Century French Oil Painting Interior Room Still Life with Binoculars

Mid Century French Oil Painting Interior Room Still Life with Binoculars

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Still Life Interior by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on board, unframed measures: 24 high by 15 inches wide condition: ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars
Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars

Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Pair of ww2 polished steel german rangefinder flak binoculars circa 1941. Good quality pair of

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Steel

Vintage Pair of Binoculars, Scottish, Racecourse Spotter's Glasses, Leather Case
Vintage Pair of Binoculars, Scottish, Racecourse Spotter's Glasses, Leather Case

Vintage Pair of Binoculars, Scottish, Racecourse Spotter's Glasses, Leather Case

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

with leather case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Fascinating set of vintage binoculars

Category

Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Carl Zeiss cold war era 10 x 50 periscope binoculars
Carl Zeiss cold war era 10 x 50 periscope binoculars

Carl Zeiss cold war era 10 x 50 periscope binoculars

By Carl Zeiss

Located in London, GB

A cold war era Carl Zeiss Oberkochen 10 x 50 periscope binoculars, German, circa 1965

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass
Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass

Antique "Le Jockey Club" 1930's Horse Racing Binoculars with Compass

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A French silvered brass and brown leather Horse Racing binoculars stamped "Le Jockey Club Paris

Category

Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

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Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl
Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

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H 3.94 in W 2.37 in D 1.58 in

Lafontaine Theatre Binoculars in Mother-of-Pearl

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Lafontaine theatre binoculars in mother-of-pearl. They are small, light and designed to provide an

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Baroque Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s
Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s

Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s

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H 66.93 in W 4.73 in D 9.85 in

Binoculars Periscope 20 / 40x80 ZEISS WWII JENA, 1950s

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Mazowieckie, PL

Unique Periscope Binocular 20 / 40x80 CARL ZEISS WWII JENA from the 1950s binoculars in original

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars
Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars

Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars

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H 18.51 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in

Spectacular Mid-20th Century Military Binoculars

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This mid-20th century military observation binoculars on telescopic stand has been originally

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Vintage 1940s Russian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid-20th Century British Navy Ross Battleship Binoculars on Stand
Mid-20th Century British Navy Ross Battleship Binoculars on Stand

Mid-20th Century British Navy Ross Battleship Binoculars on Stand

By Andrew Ross

Located in London, GB

. In the mid-20th century, Ross continued to produce lenses, as well as binoculars, epidiascopes, etc

Category

Vintage 1940s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

MId-20th Century Cold War Era 20x110 BMT-110 Marine Observation Binoculars
MId-20th Century Cold War Era 20x110 BMT-110 Marine Observation Binoculars

MId-20th Century Cold War Era 20x110 BMT-110 Marine Observation Binoculars

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

0x110 Soviet Cold War Era Marine/Naval binoculars. Manufactured by KOMZ (Kazan Optical Mechanical

Category

Mid-20th Century Russian Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

Carl Zeiss Binoculars
Carl Zeiss Binoculars

Carl Zeiss Binoculars

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H 39.38 in W 16.74 in D 18.51 in

Carl Zeiss Binoculars

By ZEISS

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Carl Zeiss 10 x 80 binoculars with eyepieces set at 45 degrees. Set on period, extending

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Fuji Meibo Binoculars
Fuji Meibo Binoculars

Fuji Meibo Binoculars

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H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 9.06 in

Fuji Meibo Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Fuji Meibo 15 x 80 marine binoculars on later extending wood and brass stand with chromed

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid 20th Century Pair Of Schneider German Anti-Aircraft Binoculars c.1940
Mid 20th Century Pair Of Schneider German Anti-Aircraft Binoculars c.1940

Mid 20th Century Pair Of Schneider German Anti-Aircraft Binoculars c.1940

By Joseph Schneider

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Exceptional 20th Century WWII German Joseph Schneider Steel observation telescope binoculars on a

Category

Vintage 1940s German Other Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Marine Binoculars
Art Deco Marine Binoculars

Art Deco Marine Binoculars

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H 74.81 in W 15.75 in D 27.56 in

Art Deco Marine Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Nikon 20 x 120 marine binoculars. Set on a period, extendable oak and polished metal

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80
Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

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H 12.01 in W 19.1 in D 16.15 in

Observation Binoculars 10 x 80

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German observation binoculars, 10 X 80. A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars

Category

Mid-20th Century German More Furniture and Collectibles

Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars
Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars

Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars

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H 16.93 in W 12.21 in D 287.8 in

Nikon 20X120 WW11 Marine Binoculars

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval Binoculars in full working order. Chromed metal and brass Binoculars, Set

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Chrome

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars
Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

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H 11 in W 19 in D 16 in

Busch 10 X 80 Binoculars

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

German observation binoculars, 10 X 80 A pair of German ex-military observation binoculars mounted

Category

Mid-20th Century European Aviation Objects

Materials

Aluminum

WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon
WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon

WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon

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H 25.2 in W 12.21 in L 25.2 in

WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Nikon

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A Pair of chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval/Marine Binoculars. Set on a Swiss timber

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage German Binoculars, circa 1950
Vintage German Binoculars, circa 1950

Vintage German Binoculars, circa 1950

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H 3 in W 4 in D 1.5 in

Vintage German Binoculars, circa 1950

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original pair of German binoculars. They are stamped on the center "GRDM". The

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Fuji Meibo WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars
Fuji Meibo WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

Fuji Meibo WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

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H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 8.27 in

Fuji Meibo WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Fuji Meibo 15X80 chrome and brass marine binoculars on later extending wood and chromed metal stand

Category

Mid-20th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage Bushnell Binoculars with Original Case
Vintage Bushnell Binoculars with Original Case

Vintage Bushnell Binoculars with Original Case

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Wow Vintage Binoculars Bushnell with Original Case Dimensions are: 7" H x 7 12" W x 2 7/8". D REF

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Glass

Fuji Meibo Midcentury Naval / Marine Binoculars
Fuji Meibo Midcentury Naval / Marine Binoculars

Fuji Meibo Midcentury Naval / Marine Binoculars

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H 39.38 in W 30.71 in D 22.05 in

Fuji Meibo Midcentury Naval / Marine Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A large pair of chromed and polished metal and brass Fuji Meibo 25x150 Naval Binoculars. Set on a

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Art Deco 10 x 80 Binoculars
Art Deco 10 x 80 Binoculars

Art Deco 10 x 80 Binoculars

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H 39.38 in W 18.51 in D 8.27 in

Art Deco 10 x 80 Binoculars

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10 x 80 binoculars with eyeglasses set at 45 degrees, attributed to Zeiss. Set on period

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

German Binoculars Periscope by Carl Zeiss
German Binoculars Periscope by Carl Zeiss

German Binoculars Periscope by Carl Zeiss

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This is a pair of 10 x 50 periscope binoculars by Carl Zeiss in polished steel and brass finish

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel

Emil Busch 10x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars
Emil Busch 10x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

Emil Busch 10x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

By Carl Zeiss

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10x80 observation binoculars designed by Emil Busch Optical Industries of Rathenow. WW11

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Mid-20th Century German Nautical Objects

Materials

Chrome

WW2 Polished Steel German Rangefinder Flak Binoculars
WW2 Polished Steel German Rangefinder Flak Binoculars

WW2 Polished Steel German Rangefinder Flak Binoculars

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars circa 1941. Good quality pair of

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Steel

20x120 Nikon Naval Binoculars, Japanese, circa 1940
20x120 Nikon Naval Binoculars, Japanese, circa 1940

20x120 Nikon Naval Binoculars, Japanese, circa 1940

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H 9.85 in W 29.14 in D 19.69 in

20x120 Nikon Naval Binoculars, Japanese, circa 1940

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Pair of chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval Binoculars. Set on an original 1940s

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars
Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars

Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars

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H 67.25 in W 15.75 in D 22.5 in

Nikko 20 x 120 Military Observation Binoculars

By NIKKO

Located in London, GB

observation binoculars by Nikko of Japan. This set is a more unusual design with inclined oculars rather than

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate, Brass

Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars on Later Tripod
Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars on Later Tripod

Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars on Later Tripod

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H 70.87 in W 13.39 in D 12.21 in

Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars on Later Tripod

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A Pair of chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval/Marine Binoculars. Set on an original

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Impressive Large Pair of WWII Japanese Battleship Binoculars
Impressive Large Pair of WWII Japanese Battleship Binoculars

Impressive Large Pair of WWII Japanese Battleship Binoculars

Located in Wiscasset, ME

One pair of Japanese naval binoculars seated on their original gimbal, a rare feature paired with

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Furniture and Collectibles

Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval Binoculars Circa 1940
Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval Binoculars Circa 1940

Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval Binoculars Circa 1940

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H 18.9 in W 8.27 in D 19.69 in

Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval Binoculars Circa 1940

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Fuji Meibo 15X80 chrome and brass marine binoculars on later extending wood and chromed metal stand

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

WW11 Obersvation Binoculars Designed by Emil Busch for Zeiss
WW11 Obersvation Binoculars Designed by Emil Busch for Zeiss

WW11 Obersvation Binoculars Designed by Emil Busch for Zeiss

By Emil Busch

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10x80 observation binoculars designed by Emil Busch Optical Industries of Rathenow. WW11

Category

Mid-20th Century German Nautical Objects

Materials

Chrome

Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Japanese, Circa 1940
Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Japanese, Circa 1940

Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars Japanese, Circa 1940

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval Binoculars. Chromed metal and brass Binoculars, Set on a later 1960's re

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval Binoculars Chromed Metal and Brass
Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval Binoculars Chromed Metal and Brass

Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval Binoculars Chromed Metal and Brass

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval binoculars. Chromed metal and brass binoculars, set on an original Zeiss

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Zeiss Naval Binoculars, German, circa 1940, Full Working Condition
Zeiss Naval Binoculars, German, circa 1940, Full Working Condition

Zeiss Naval Binoculars, German, circa 1940, Full Working Condition

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10x80 Zeiss naval binoculars with eyepieces set at 45 degrees. Set on period, extending

Category

Mid-20th Century German Nautical Objects

Materials

Chrome

Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars
Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars

Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Pair of ww2 polished steel German rangefinder flak binoculars circa 1941. Good quality pair of

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Steel

20x120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars by Nikon Circa 1940
20x120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars by Nikon Circa 1940

20x120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars by Nikon Circa 1940

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Nikon 20x120 WWII Naval Binoculars in full working order. Chromed metal and brass Binoculars, Set

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Observation Binoculars Designed by Emil Busch Optical Industries
Pair of Observation Binoculars Designed by Emil Busch Optical Industries

Pair of Observation Binoculars Designed by Emil Busch Optical Industries

By Emil Busch

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10x80 observation binoculars designed by Emil Busch Optical Industries of Rathenow. WW11

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Chrome

Rare Pair of Large WWII Japanese Naval Binoculars on Tripod
Rare Pair of Large WWII Japanese Naval Binoculars on Tripod

Rare Pair of Large WWII Japanese Naval Binoculars on Tripod

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Highly collectable and rare pair of japanese naval binoculars circa 1940. Rare in the fact that

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel

Impressive Enomoto Kougaku 20 x 120 with Gun Column Naval Binoculars
Impressive Enomoto Kougaku 20 x 120 with Gun Column Naval Binoculars

Impressive Enomoto Kougaku 20 x 120 with Gun Column Naval Binoculars

Located in Wiscasset, ME

These unique Japanese binoculars contain the manufacturer’s insignia of Enomoto Kougaku out of

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Large Pair of WWII Naval Binoculars by Nikon, Circa 1940 25x150
Large Pair of WWII Naval Binoculars by Nikon, Circa 1940 25x150

Large Pair of WWII Naval Binoculars by Nikon, Circa 1940 25x150

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A large pari of chromed metal and brass Nikon 25x150 WWII Naval Binoculars. Set on an original

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod
Mid Century Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod

Mid Century Japanese Nikon 20 x 120 Big Eye Military Binoculars & Tripod

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

hard wood field tripod. These stunning binoculars are ideal for long range viewing of wildlife

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Naval Binoculars
Art Deco Naval Binoculars

Art Deco Naval Binoculars

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H 70.87 in W 18.51 in D 8.67 in

Art Deco Naval Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Fuji Meibo marine binoculars. 15x magnification. DIMENSIONS: Height with stand 1-2metres

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Nautical Objects

Art Deco 10x80 Binoculars
Art Deco 10x80 Binoculars

Art Deco 10x80 Binoculars

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H 39.38 in W 18.12 in D 13.78 in

Art Deco 10x80 Binoculars

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 10x80 observation binoculars with eyepieces set at 45 degrees. Set on extending metal

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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Nikon WW11 Naval / Marine Binoculars
Nikon WW11 Naval / Marine Binoculars

Nikon WW11 Naval / Marine Binoculars

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H 39.38 in W 28.75 in D 18.51 in

Nikon WW11 Naval / Marine Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WW11 naval binoculars. Set on a later 1960'\s re-polished

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Civil War Era Field Binoculars
Civil War Era Field Binoculars

Civil War Era Field Binoculars

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H 9 in W 2 in D 4.5 in

Civil War Era Field Binoculars

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large, expandable field binoculars by Chevalier Paris, Made in France. Binoculars are made of brass

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass, Metal

Midcentury Leather Wrapped Binoculars, circa 1950s
Midcentury Leather Wrapped Binoculars, circa 1950s

Midcentury Leather Wrapped Binoculars, circa 1950s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Leather wrapped metal binoculars by Palomar Paris with original leather strap, circa 1940-1950s

Category

Mid-20th Century French Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

WWII Tripod Mounted Binoculars by Leitz
WWII Tripod Mounted Binoculars by Leitz

WWII Tripod Mounted Binoculars by Leitz

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H 64 in W 33 in D 33 in

WWII Tripod Mounted Binoculars by Leitz

By Ernst Leitz Wetzlar

Located in London, GB

A pair of WWII 10 x 80 binoculars by Leitz (Leica). 10 times magnification. 45º inclined

Category

Mid-20th Century German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

WWII Naval Binoculars by Carl Zeiss
WWII Naval Binoculars by Carl Zeiss

WWII Naval Binoculars by Carl Zeiss

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H 67 in W 19 in D 24 in

WWII Naval Binoculars by Carl Zeiss

By Carl Zeiss

Located in London, GB

A pair of 10 x 80 tripod mounted WWII naval binoculars by Carl Zeiss Jena, circa 1942. 10 times

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Optical Glass

Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars
Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

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H 19.69 in W 8.27 in D 19.69 in

Fuji Meibo 15x80 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Fuji Meibo 15X80 marine binoculars on later extending wood and chromed metal stand with chromed

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Chrome

Nikon 20 x 120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars
Nikon 20 x 120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

Nikon 20 x 120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

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H 11.82 in W 18.9 in D 28.75 in

Nikon 20 x 120 WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval Binoculars. Set on an original Zeiss 1960's

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage German Busche Binoculars on Stand, circa 1940
Vintage German Busche Binoculars on Stand, circa 1940

Vintage German Busche Binoculars on Stand, circa 1940

Located in London, GB

binoculars for spotting aircraft and directing searchlights and AA guns. They bear the German military code

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Mid-20th Century German Scientific Instruments

WWII Japanese Chrome and Brass Binoculars on Tripod Stand
WWII Japanese Chrome and Brass Binoculars on Tripod Stand

WWII Japanese Chrome and Brass Binoculars on Tripod Stand

By NIKKO

Located in San Francisco, CA

A massive pair of chrome and brass binoculars, with some adjustments on the binoculars as well as

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Leather and Metal Compact Pocket Japanese Binoculars, circa 1960s
Leather and Metal Compact Pocket Japanese Binoculars, circa 1960s

Leather and Metal Compact Pocket Japanese Binoculars, circa 1960s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Nice pair of Japanese binoculars, circa 1960s. The view works well. Compact size for concerts or

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Chrome

Chromed Metal and Brass Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars
Chromed Metal and Brass Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

Chromed Metal and Brass Nikon WW11 Naval/Marine Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

Pair of chromed metal and brass Nikon 20x120 WW11 Naval Binoculars. Set on an original 1940's

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

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Brass, Chrome

Bushnell 6 x 15 Brass Opera Binoculars with Leather
Bushnell 6 x 15 Brass Opera Binoculars with Leather

Bushnell 6 x 15 Brass Opera Binoculars with Leather

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a vintage Bushnell 6 x 15 brass opera binoculars with leather case. Tripple

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Furniture and Collectibles

Gilbert & Sons English Navy Working Telescope with Detachable Binoculars
Gilbert & Sons English Navy Working Telescope with Detachable Binoculars

Gilbert & Sons English Navy Working Telescope with Detachable Binoculars

By John Gilbert & Sons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

condition! Eyepiece can be detached to a make a pair of binoculars. Measurements: Full height 28

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Donkey Eared Binoculars
Donkey Eared Binoculars

Donkey Eared Binoculars

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H 71.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Donkey Eared Binoculars

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

Stereoscopic Telescope trench binoculars on tripod base. Unused and in there original box

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Mid-20th Century English Scientific Instruments

Art Deco Binoculars
Art Deco Binoculars

Art Deco Binoculars

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H 66.93 in W 29.53 in

Art Deco Binoculars

By Fuji Meibo

Located in East Sussex, GB

A pair of Art Deco 20 x 120 magnification binoculars on a polished metal crank action pedestal

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Binoculars
Art Deco Binoculars

Art Deco Binoculars

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H 4.73 in W 8.67 in D 26.78 in

Art Deco Binoculars

Located in East Sussex, GB

A pair of 25x100 magnification day and night binoculars licensed by Carl Zeiss. Manufactured by

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Scientific Instruments

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Metal

WWII Carl Zeiss Blc Binoculars
WWII Carl Zeiss Blc Binoculars

WWII Carl Zeiss Blc Binoculars

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H 58 in W 33 in D 33 in

WWII Carl Zeiss Blc Binoculars

Located in Aspen, CO

These stunning 80º 10 x 80 Kriegsmarine binoculars optics created by Carl Zeiss during the World

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Mid-20th Century German Scientific Instruments

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Antique Collectable USN Brass Bell

Located in Alhambra, CA

Antique WWII or earlier brass US Navy bell. Very heavy solid brass retired naval bell, engraved with "USN". Rings loud and clear (see video for an example). Mountable via attached or...

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Mid-20th Century American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated
Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated

Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique copy of Deeds That Won the Empire by W. H. Fitchett - an engaging bound and illustrated military history book presented in its intact, original order with only lig...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Books

Materials

Paper

Italian Art Deco Style Mid-Century Modern Tea Set by Montagnani
Italian Art Deco Style Mid-Century Modern Tea Set by Montagnani

Italian Art Deco Style Mid-Century Modern Tea Set by Montagnani

By Montagnani

Located in Northampton, GB

Designed by Punta Bacola for Montagnani From our Accessories collection, we are pleased to offer this uber stylish Tea Service in the Art Deco Style. The Service complete with a Tea...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

By DBO Home

Located in Sharon, CT

Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950
Rare S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950

Rare S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950

$47,353

H 24.61 in W 55.52 in D 74.81 in

Rare S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

The S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé is a magnificent piece of mid-century modern design that embodies both the elegance and functionality characteristic of the period....

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Mid 20th Century French Oil Painting Iris Flowers in Vase Still Life Interior
Mid 20th Century French Oil Painting Iris Flowers in Vase Still Life Interior

Mid 20th Century French Oil Painting Iris Flowers in Vase Still Life Interior

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Irises by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on canvas, unframed measures: 24 high by 15 inches wide condition: overall very...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

1920s 35 Zeiss-Ikon 35 Cm Cinema Projector
1920s 35 Zeiss-Ikon 35 Cm Cinema Projector

1920s 35 Zeiss-Ikon 35 Cm Cinema Projector

$15,764

H 65 in W 30 in D 46 in

1920s 35 Zeiss-Ikon 35 Cm Cinema Projector

By Zeiss Ikon

Located in London, GB

A late 1920s 35 mm Zeiss-Ikon cinema projector. Lens: Neokino 52.5/110 by Emil Busch A.-G. Rathenow. Original black paint. Lamp house contains the parabolic mirror. Prove...

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Early 20th Century German Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

French Impressionist Oil Painting Provence Tall Tree Pathway
French Impressionist Oil Painting Provence Tall Tree Pathway

French Impressionist Oil Painting Provence Tall Tree Pathway

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on board, unframed measures: 16.75 high by 10.75 inches wide condition: overall very g...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book
"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book

"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book

$60 / item

H 11.38 in W 9.88 in D 1.35 in

"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book

Located in New York, NY

Explore the stars and planets and beyond through art over the ages – an international panel of experts take you on a journey through man's record of the universe – from ancient cave ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

Materials

Paper

Mid 20th Century French Oil Pre-Raphaelite Portrait of a Lady
Mid 20th Century French Oil Pre-Raphaelite Portrait of a Lady

Mid 20th Century French Oil Pre-Raphaelite Portrait of a Lady

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Working Sketch by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on artist paper stuck on board, unframed measures: 10.5 high by 12 inche...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pink Roses in Green Vase 1940's French Impressionist Signed Oil Painting
Pink Roses in Green Vase 1940's French Impressionist Signed Oil Painting

Pink Roses in Green Vase 1940's French Impressionist Signed Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Vintage French Oil Painting signed by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on board, unframed measures: 8.25 high by 6.25 inch...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Art Deco cabinet with graphic patterned doors 1940s, brutalist
French Art Deco cabinet with graphic patterned doors 1940s, brutalist

French Art Deco cabinet with graphic patterned doors 1940s, brutalist

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

This handcrafted French Art Deco sideboard from the 1940s features elegant brass details and a timeless design. It has two storage compartments, hidden behind graphic detailed door ...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Tunbridge Box Still Bank, circa 1870s
Tunbridge Box Still Bank, circa 1870s

Tunbridge Box Still Bank, circa 1870s

$850

H 4.25 in W 7.88 in D 5.25 in

Tunbridge Box Still Bank, circa 1870s

By Tunbridge Ware

Located in Incline Village, NV

This Tunbridge box still bank is indigenous to the Tunbridge ware cottage industries of the town of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England in the 18th and 19th century. Typically the boxes w...

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Impressionist Still Life Purple Anemone's In Brown Vase
French Impressionist Still Life Purple Anemone's In Brown Vase

French Impressionist Still Life Purple Anemone's In Brown Vase

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Purple Anemone's by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on board, unframed measures: 13 high by 9.5 inches wide condition: ove...

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Binoculars Midcentury For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the binoculars midcentury you’re looking for. A binoculars midcentury — often made from metal, brass and chrome — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer binoculars midcentury, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right binoculars midcentury, those designed in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made binoculars midcentury over the years, but those crafted by Nikon, Carl Zeiss and Fuji Meibo are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Finding the Right Collectibles-curiosities for You

Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior. 

Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world. 

And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.

The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.

Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.  

Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.

Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.

Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.

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