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Antique French Lorgnette Binoculars or Opera Glasses in Brass & Mother of Pearl
Antique French Lorgnette Binoculars or Opera Glasses in Brass & Mother of Pearl

Antique French Lorgnette Binoculars or Opera Glasses in Brass & Mother of Pearl

By LeRoy

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

the period Victorian style. These binoculars are composed of brass with very good optical glass and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940
20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940

20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940

By Nikon

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A rare 20th Century set of Japanese naval bridge “big eye“ binoculars by Nikon manufactured during

Category

20th Century Japanese Other Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940
20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940

20th Century Japanese Pair Of Naval Bridge "Big Eye" Binoculars By Nikon c.1940

By Nikon

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A rare set of Japanese naval bridge “big eye“ binoculars by Nikon manufactured during WWII by Tokyo

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Other Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Swarovski Optik Idomeneo Crystal, 8x20 Water Proof, Roof Prism Pocket Binocular
Swarovski Optik Idomeneo Crystal, 8x20 Water Proof, Roof Prism Pocket Binocular

Swarovski Optik Idomeneo Crystal, 8x20 Water Proof, Roof Prism Pocket Binocular

Located in Los Angeles, CA

**Swarovski Optik “Idomeneo” Crystal Pocket Binoculars, 8x20 – Waterproof Roof Prism** An

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Sports Equipment and Memor...

Materials

Crystal

Louis Hottot (1834-1905)
Louis Hottot (1834-1905)

Louis Hottot (1834-1905)

$2,100Sale Price / item|30% Off

Louis Hottot (1834-1905)

By Louis Hottot

Located in Porto, PT

"Girl with Binoculars". Bronze sculpture on a marble base. Signed. Height: 63 cm.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Jay Chiat's 'Grandpa Beaver' Chair by Frank Gehry
Jay Chiat's 'Grandpa Beaver' Chair by Frank Gehry

Jay Chiat's 'Grandpa Beaver' Chair by Frank Gehry

By Frank Gehry

Located in Long Island City, NY

“Binoculars” Building designed for Chiat/Day in 1991. It is in gorgeously worn condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Chairs

Materials

Paper

Double Scent Bottle Sampson Mordan Silver Gilt Opera Glasses, Fitted Case, 1870s
Double Scent Bottle Sampson Mordan Silver Gilt Opera Glasses, Fitted Case, 1870s

Double Scent Bottle Sampson Mordan Silver Gilt Opera Glasses, Fitted Case, 1870s

By Samson Mordan and Co

Located in London, GB

shape of a pair of binoculars or opera glasses in their original fitted case, made by Sampson Mordan

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Bottles

Materials

Silver

Deluxe Victorian French Lorgnette Opera Glasses. Paris, France. Circa 1895
Deluxe Victorian French Lorgnette Opera Glasses. Paris, France. Circa 1895

Deluxe Victorian French Lorgnette Opera Glasses. Paris, France. Circa 1895

Located in Incline Village, NV

, particularly pleasing in color, were used in the making of these Victorian binoculars. This type of opera

Category

Antique 1890s French Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

"Cadets for Naval Aviation" Vintage WWII US Navy Recruiting Poster by M. Barclay
"Cadets for Naval Aviation" Vintage WWII US Navy Recruiting Poster by M. Barclay

"Cadets for Naval Aviation" Vintage WWII US Navy Recruiting Poster by M. Barclay

By McClelland Barclay 2

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

deck of a carrier deck, holding binoculars in one hand and confidently signaling orders with his other

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Vintage Metal Opera Glasses, Mid-Century Modern Style, 20th Century
Vintage Metal Opera Glasses, Mid-Century Modern Style, 20th Century

Vintage Metal Opera Glasses, Mid-Century Modern Style, 20th Century

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Vintage opera glasses - 20thc Binoculars - object of curiosity Measures : 10x5,5cm H:3,5cm Wear

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Fornasetti Pair of porcelain plates “Tema e Variazioni 223 and 205 Italy
Fornasetti Pair of porcelain plates “Tema e Variazioni 223 and 205 Italy

Fornasetti Pair of porcelain plates “Tema e Variazioni 223 and 205 Italy

By Fornasetti

Located in Valladolid, ES

an astronaut, with a mustache, with binoculars… Piero Fornasetti (1913-1988) was born in Milan, in

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Mid Century Japanese Fuji Meibo Naval Binocular Nardo Grey & Brass -Original box
Mid Century Japanese Fuji Meibo Naval Binocular Nardo Grey & Brass -Original box

Mid Century Japanese Fuji Meibo Naval Binocular Nardo Grey & Brass -Original box

By Fuji Meibo

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Japanese Fuji Meibo Observation Binoculars 15 x 80 - 4 degree field of view. A large pair of

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

I Married Adventure by Osa Johnson, 1942 Zebra Cloth Safari Memoir
I Married Adventure by Osa Johnson, 1942 Zebra Cloth Safari Memoir

I Married Adventure by Osa Johnson, 1942 Zebra Cloth Safari Memoir

By Osa Johnson

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Pair with: antique binoculars brass animal figures campaign furniture tortoiseshell boxes Perfect for

Category

20th Century American British Colonial Books

Materials

Paper

Aircraft Target Binocular
Aircraft Target Binocular

Aircraft Target Binocular

$44,895Sale Price|20% Off

Aircraft Target Binocular

Located in Paris, FR

WWII 25 x 105 binoculars by Jos. Schneider & Co, Optische Werke KG, Göttingen. circa 1942. 45

Category

Vintage 1940s German Nautical Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome, Nickel

Polo Painting by Rossi, at the Polo Match
Polo Painting by Rossi, at the Polo Match

Polo Painting by Rossi, at the Polo Match

By Alberto Rossi

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

blue talking to a well dressed gentleman in top hat & tails with a pair of binoculars around his neck

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Sporting Art Decorative Art

Materials

Paper

‘Lepe Beach Winter 2017-18’ by Martin Scorey
‘Lepe Beach Winter 2017-18’ by Martin Scorey

‘Lepe Beach Winter 2017-18’ by Martin Scorey

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

scales inscribed ‘Salters Improved Sprung Balance’ and a pair of binoculars, all on a white painted

Category

2010s English Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Metal

Italy 1985 Abstract Sculpture Solid Brass by Eli Riva
Italy 1985 Abstract Sculpture Solid Brass by Eli Riva

Italy 1985 Abstract Sculpture Solid Brass by Eli Riva

Located in Brescia, IT

technique. The binoculars, the artwork title, it is a prototype, a single piece. With certificate of

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Brass Toy Car Paperweight or Decorative Object, Early 20th Century
Antique Brass Toy Car Paperweight or Decorative Object, Early 20th Century

Antique Brass Toy Car Paperweight or Decorative Object, Early 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

, binoculars, or globes—for a moody, masculine aesthetic. Ideal for office styling, boys' rooms, or libraries

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Toys and Dolls

Materials

Brass

Industrial Black table Lamp Vintage LEITZ LEICA  Film Projector
Industrial Black table Lamp Vintage LEITZ LEICA  Film Projector

Industrial Black table Lamp Vintage LEITZ LEICA Film Projector

By Ernst Leitz Wetzlar

Located in Paris, FR

manufactures cameras, optical lenses, photographic lenses, binoculars, and rifle scopes. The company was

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Bronze Lady, Signed 'Louis Hottot', 20th Century
Bronze Lady, Signed 'Louis Hottot', 20th Century

Bronze Lady, Signed 'Louis Hottot', 20th Century

Located in GB

, holding a pair of theatre binoculars. Signed by the French artist Louis Hottot beneath the green dress.

Category

Early 20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rare Victorian Gilt Bronze Table Bell
Rare Victorian Gilt Bronze Table Bell

Rare Victorian Gilt Bronze Table Bell

By Gustav Bergmann

Located in Dereham, GB

cat, Photoframes and Binoculars The Centre with a Gas table lamp with a pagoda shaped shade, press

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Large Oversized Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Scarf and Linen Pillow Neutral
Large Oversized Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Scarf and Linen Pillow Neutral

Large Oversized Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Scarf and Linen Pillow Neutral

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

, note the decoration on his curl toed slippers and sleeve. The binoculars, hat and book with possible

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Kanban, Japanese Shop Sign, Meiji Period, 1868-1912
Kanban, Japanese Shop Sign, Meiji Period, 1868-1912

Kanban, Japanese Shop Sign, Meiji Period, 1868-1912

Located in Camden, ME

Co. in Osaka. The hand-painted registered trademark of the world looking through binoculars is

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Snaffles WW1 Military Lithograph, 'le 75' Military Print.
Snaffles WW1 Military Lithograph, 'le 75' Military Print.

Snaffles WW1 Military Lithograph, 'le 75' Military Print.

By Charles "Snaffles" Johnson Payne

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

binoculars. This Charles "Snaffles" Johnson Payne (1884 1967) picture is in excellent original condition and

Category

Early 20th Century English Sporting Art Prints

Materials

Paper

1954 Rear Window Original Vintage Poster
1954 Rear Window Original Vintage Poster

1954 Rear Window Original Vintage Poster

Located in Winchester, GB

binoculars. The poster is in mint condition and backed on museum quality linen to ensure its preservation for

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Linen, Paper

English WW2 Era Brass Ship's Pedestal Binnacle Compass by Sestral
English WW2 Era Brass Ship's Pedestal Binnacle Compass by Sestral

English WW2 Era Brass Ship's Pedestal Binnacle Compass by Sestral

By Henry Browne & Son Ltd Sestrel

Located in Forney, TX

, Compasses, Clocks, Binoculars, Telescopes, Thermometers, Sounding Apparatus, Aircraft Instruments, Signaling

Category

Mid-20th Century English Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

Lord Mountbatten by Greta Berlin, 1989
Lord Mountbatten by Greta Berlin, 1989

Lord Mountbatten by Greta Berlin, 1989

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

, peaked cap and sea boots and holding a pair of binoculars. It is set on a highly polished black stone

Category

Vintage 1980s English Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

A pair of WWII English made Ross Binoculars
A pair of WWII English made Ross Binoculars

A pair of WWII English made Ross Binoculars

By Ross Binoculars

Located in Miami, FL

A pair of WWII English made Ross Binoculars, on a sturdy wood and metal tripod.

Category

Vintage 1940s English More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1950s Nikon Binoculars
1950s Nikon Binoculars

1950s Nikon Binoculars

Unavailable|$36,000

1950s Nikon Binoculars

By Nikon

Located in Aspen, CO

These original 1950s Nikon Binoculars have some of the most powerful optics of the period. Their

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Binoculars Paris, 1920s
Binoculars Paris, 1920s

Binoculars Paris, 1920s

Unavailable|$682

Binoculars Paris, 1920s

Located in Lugano, Ticino

Original binoculars, Paris, 1920s.

Category

20th Century French Scientific Instruments

WW II Binoculars
WW II Binoculars

WW II Binoculars

Unavailable|$12,000

WW II Binoculars

Located in Miami, FL

WW II Binoculars

Category

Vintage 1940s Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

WW II Binoculars
WW II Binoculars

WW II Binoculars

Unavailable|$65,000

WW II Binoculars

Located in Miami, FL

WW II Binoculars

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

WW II Binoculars
WW II Binoculars

WW II Binoculars

Unavailable|$35,000

WW II Binoculars

Located in Miami, FL

WW II Binoculars

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Scientific Instruments

French Bronze Binoculars
French Bronze Binoculars

French Bronze Binoculars

Unavailable|$1,500

French Bronze Binoculars

Located in New York, NY

French, 18c, binoculars and Enamel and reverse painted

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Superb Naval Binoculars
Superb Naval Binoculars

Superb Naval Binoculars

By NIKKO

Located in New York, NY

A very powerful and historic set of Imperial Japanese Navy bridge binoculars dated in the glass

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

German Navy Binoculars
German Navy Binoculars

German Navy Binoculars

Unavailable|$395

German Navy Binoculars

Located in Toronto, ON

Solid brass, covered with leather. On the right, there is a sign "Marinetrieder" with initials D.R.P. and on the top - 6 X 30. On the left, it's- " C.P. Goerz, Berlin "

Category

Vintage 1940s German Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

1950s Japanese 15x80 Binoculars
1950s Japanese 15x80 Binoculars

1950s Japanese 15x80 Binoculars

Located in Aspen, CO

These original 1950s Japanese binoculars have a sleeker, more modern look than some of our other

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum

Stein Anti-Aircraft Binoculars
Stein Anti-Aircraft Binoculars

Stein Anti-Aircraft Binoculars

By Fallen Furniture

Located in Bath, GB

Stein anti-aircraft binoculars, 1941. Steel construction on a polished aluminium adjustable tripod

Category

Vintage 1940s German Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

WWII Swedish Deck Mounted Binoculars
WWII Swedish Deck Mounted Binoculars

WWII Swedish Deck Mounted Binoculars

Located in Aspen, CO

These deck mounted binoculars known as the NIFE, the Swedish version of the Carl Zeiss 8 x 60 deck

Category

Vintage 1940s Historical Memorabilia

Zenith Tempest 20 x 80 Binoculars
Zenith Tempest 20 x 80 Binoculars

Zenith Tempest 20 x 80 Binoculars

By Zenith

Located in Hudson, NY

Extremely tall zenith tempest 20 x 80 binoculars in black leather case with red felt interior

Category

Antique 1770s Japanese Modern Aviation Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Nikon WWII Big Eye Binoculars
Vintage Nikon WWII Big Eye Binoculars

Vintage Nikon WWII Big Eye Binoculars

Located in Luton, GB

Vintage Nikon WWII 120 mm Big Eye binoculars. These beautiful Imperial Navy Big Eye binoculars

Category

Vintage 1940s Asian Nautical Objects

WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943
WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943

WWII US Military Field Binoculars, 1943

By Taylor-Hobson

Located in Houston, TX

"WWII US military field binoculars," Taylor-Hobson MK III, 1943. Taylor-Hobson was founded in

Category

Vintage 1940s American Historical Memorabilia

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Binoculars For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of binoculars available for sale. Frequently made of metal, brass and aluminum, all binoculars available were constructed with great care. Binoculars have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Binoculars are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Industrial and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many binoculars are appealing in their simplicity, but Carl Zeiss, Joseph Schneider and Fuji Meibo produced popular binoculars that are worth a look.

How Much are Binoculars?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $7,297, while they’re typically $52 on the low end and $65,000 highest priced.
Questions About Binoculars
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Choosing a set of binoculars is really a matter of preference and will depend on the intended use. The magnification strength, objective lens diameter, protective features and materials used will all vary depending on how you will use them. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of binoculars for any activity ranging from bird watching to going to the opera.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many binoculars are made in Europe as of December 2021. They include models manufactured by the brands Belomo, Blaser, IOR, Kahles, Leica, Meopta, Minox, Noblex, Optolyth Steiner and Zeiss. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of antique and vintage binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, opera glasses are not the same as binoculars. Although they resemble one another, opera glasses are usually smaller than binoculars and have lower-power optics that do not magnify as much. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique opera glasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, Carl Zeiss binoculars are generally thought of as good in terms of their quality. The German maker is one of the leading manufacturers of binoculars in the world. The company uses only fine-quality materials like all-metal bodies and high-end glass in its products, and strict quality controls guide the manufacturing process to ensure that its binoculars are flawless. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Carl Zeiss binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To spot fake Zeiss binoculars, examine their details and compare them to photos of authentic examples of the same model. Counterfeiters often miss small details. For instance, the focus knobs may be the wrong size or shape, or screw hardware may protrude in areas where they should be flush. Checking the serial number can also be beneficial. On Zeiss binoculars, you can usually find it along the hinge, below the right eyepiece or between the tube and the left hinge. Research your model to find out where the serial number should appear. If your binoculars have the serial number somewhere else, they may not be authentic. Cross-referencing the serial number with information shared on trusted online resources can also help you identify a fake. When in doubt, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Carl Zeiss binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between opera glasses and binoculars relates to their size and optics. Opera glasses are generally smaller and feature low-power optics. They are usually used only for viewing theatrical performances. Larger, more powerful binoculars have a wide range of uses. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of opera glasses and binoculars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Currently, the military uses an M22 binocular as their primary field binocular with 7X magnification. In the past, the military used a range of hand-held binoculars and tripod-mounted binoculars for their scouting needs. Shop a collection of vintage, authentic military binoculars on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether Nikon binoculars are made in Japan or China depends on the model. All of the brand's high-end binoculars come from Japanese factories. However, Chinese facilities produce some entry-level models. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of vintage binoculars.

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